Chef

Hospitality · West Melbourne, Melbourne VIC, Australia · Full-Time · $80,000/yr

This is a role for a hands-on Indian Chef with real experience. An established hospitality employer in Victoria needs someone strong in Hyderabadi Dum Biryani, Tandoor cooking and South Indian tiffins.

The job goes beyond recipes. Expect to manage quality, control costs, support the team and be accountable for the food served, while helping kitchen operations stay efficient and developing the people around you.

The right candidate will take responsibility in the kitchen, keep culinary standards authentic and contribute to decisions on the menu and operations. Read the full requirements below carefully before you apply.

Key Responsibilities

Supervise kitchen staff, and train and guide junior members of the team
Make sure food safety and hygiene rules are always followed and that the kitchen complies with food-handling and workplace regulations
Take charge of how Indian dishes are prepared and the quality they reach
Produce Hyderabadi Dum Biryani with authentic methods and set recipes, along with Tandoor dishes and South Indian tiffins
Contribute to menu development and keep recipes consistent
Run daily mise en place and food preparation
Inspect delivered ingredients and monitor food quality
Control cooking temperatures and manage kitchen equipment
Support ordering, portion control and food costing, and keep storage and stock rotation efficient
Prepare meals that meet customers' allergy and dietary requirements
Keep the kitchen clean and operations organised

Requirements & Eligibility

Minimum 1 year of industry experience that is relevant to this role
Previous work as a Chef or Sous Chef, or in an equivalent position
Commercial cookery certification or a relevant culinary trade qualification
Proven ability in Hyderabadi Dum Biryani production and practical Tandoor cooking
Experience cooking South Indian tiffins and authentic Indian dishes
Experience with food cost management, portion control, kitchen ordering and stock management
Able to schedule, supervise or train kitchen staff, backed by strong team leadership and communication
A current Food Safety Supervisor certification is highly regarded
Able to work independently and take ownership, with a reliable and proactive approach to kitchen operations
Strong organisation and problem-solving skills

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