Chefs and Cooks

An excellent opportunity is available for experienced Indian cuisine professionals to join a well-established and busy hospitality business in Queensland. Multiple permanent positions are available for Indian Curry Chefs/Cooks, Tandoori Chefs/Cooks and Indian Cuisine Sous Chefs.

Successful candidates will prepare authentic Indian cuisine while maintaining high standards of food quality, presentation and kitchen operations in a fast-paced environment. Sponsorship is available for suitably qualified overseas applicants who meet Australian visa requirements.

• Prepare authentic Indian curries, tandoori dishes, sauces, breads, rice, entrees and desserts
• Operate and maintain traditional tandoori ovens where applicable
• Prepare and present dishes in accordance with established recipes, portion sizes and presentation standards
• Assist in menu planning while considering food and labour costs
• Monitor food preparation and presentation to ensure consistent quality
• Maintain appropriate stock levels and minimise food wastage
• Inspect the freshness and quality of ingredients before use
• Store food safely in temperature-controlled facilities
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene, cleanliness and workplace safety
• Supervise, train and support junior kitchen staff where required
• Respond professionally to food quality issues and customer feedback
• Work closely with management to plan daily and weekly kitchen production
• Maintain kitchen equipment and ensure all work areas are clean and hygienic
• Demonstrate strong organisational and time management skills
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced commercial kitchen environment

• Minimum three years of experience preparing authentic Indian cuisine
• Experience as an Indian Curry Chef, Tandoori Chef, Indian Cook or Sous Chef
• Relevant Commercial Cookery or Hospitality qualification appropriate to the position
• Strong knowledge of traditional Indian cooking techniques and authentic recipes
• Ability to work efficiently in a high-volume, fast-paced kitchen
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Commitment to food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety standards
• Ability to supervise and train junior kitchen staff where required
• For overseas applicants, a positive skills assessment is required
• For overseas applicants, IELTS score of 5.5 or 6.0 in each module, or an equivalent PTE score, is required

Eligible for Australian employer sponsorship if applying from overseas.