Chefs and Cooks

An opportunity is available for an experienced Curry Chef to join a busy, family-owned Indian restaurant in Western Australia (WA).

This role involves working closely with the kitchen owners and team to deliver high-quality Indian cuisine in a fast-paced environment. You will play a key role in maintaining consistency across recipes, improving kitchen systems, supporting catering operations, and ensuring strong food quality standards across dine-in, takeaway, and event services.

• Prepare and cook a variety of Indian curries, gravies, and related dishes to consistent standards
• Support multiple kitchen sections and assist across the full menu as required
• Lead preparation for daily service as well as catering and banquet orders
• Ensure portion control, food quality, presentation, and timing consistency
• Assist with menu costing and maintaining food cost targets
• Develop and maintain clear recipes and kitchen documentation for consistency
• Manage ordering, stock control, and inventory management
• Minimise food waste and maintain cost efficiency
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and food safety
• Contribute ideas for new dishes, specials, and menu improvements
• Support smooth kitchen operations in a busy team environment

• Minimum 3 years’ experience as an Indian Chef or Curry Chef in a busy kitchen
• Strong knowledge of Indian spices, curries, and gravies
• Experience in high-volume service including takeaway and catering
• Understanding of portion control, recipe standardisation, and food costing
• Ability to work across multiple kitchen sections
• Strong communication, teamwork, and time management skills
• Ability to work calmly under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Formal cookery qualification (Certificate III/IV in Commercial Cookery) highly regarded
• Food Safety Supervisor certification is an advantage
• Experience with catering, banquets, or Indian sweets is highly desirable

Sponsorship available for suitable candidates.