Chef

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

For a chef aiming to build a long-term career, this established hospitality position in Victoria offers genuine responsibility. The employer wants an experienced Indian Chef with strong practical expertise in Hyderabadi Dum Biryani, Tandoor cooking and South Indian tiffins.

A successful kitchen depends on more than recipes, so the position calls for managing quality, controlling costs, supporting colleagues and owning the food that goes out, while contributing to efficient operations and team development.

You will also maintain authentic culinary standards and have input into menu and operational decisions, the kind of experience that strengthens your leadership profile.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the preparation of Indian cuisine and be accountable for its quality
Apply authentic techniques and established recipes to Hyderabadi Dum Biryani
Cook Tandoor dishes and prepare South Indian tiffins
Contribute to menu development while ensuring recipes stay consistent
Oversee mise en place and daily food preparation, including monitoring quality and checking delivered ingredients
Manage kitchen equipment and maintain correct cooking temperatures
Contribute to food costing, ordering and portion control
Apply efficient food storage and stock rotation procedures
Cater for customers with allergies and specific dietary requirements
Supervise and mentor kitchen staff, providing training and guidance to junior team members
Keep kitchen operations clean and organised
Uphold food safety and hygiene standards consistently and support compliance with applicable food-handling and workplace regulations

Requirements & Eligibility

Qualification in commercial cookery or a relevant culinary trade
Minimum 1 year of relevant industry experience, plus a previous Chef, Sous Chef or equivalent role
Strong Hyderabadi Dum Biryani production capability
Hands-on Tandoor cooking experience
Background in preparing South Indian tiffins and authentic Indian dishes
Track record managing food costs and portion control
Working knowledge of kitchen ordering and stock management
Capable of scheduling, supervising or training kitchen staff
Current Food Safety Supervisor certification (highly regarded)
Strong leadership and communication skills within a team, and the ability to work independently and own your responsibilities
A reliable, proactive and well-organised approach to kitchen operations, backed by strong problem-solving skills

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