About the role
Curry in Hurry is an established dual-concept restaurant in Lithgow, serving authentic Indian cuisine alongside a full fried chicken and burger menu across dine-in, pick-up and local delivery, seven days a week. We are seeking a qualified and experienced Cook to take full carriage of our kitchen — menu development, costing, and staff training and the quality and safety of everything we serve. This is a senior leadership position, not a line role.
Key duties
- Prepare and cook menu items across assigned sections — curry, tandoor, fryer and grill — to established recipes, portion sizes and presentation standards, under the direction of the Chef
- Prepare ingredients to the Chef’s specifications, including vegetables, meat, marinades, sauces and spice mixes
- Examine foodstuffs and ingredients on delivery and before use to ensure quality and freshness, and report any concerns to the Chef
- Regulate the temperature of ovens, grills, fryers, the tandoor and other cooking equipment
- Season food during cooking and adjust to the established house recipe
- Portion food, plate dishes, and add gravies, sauces, garnishes and accompaniments to specification
- Prepare food to meet special dietary and allergen requirements as directed
- Store food in temperature-controlled facilities, and label, date and rotate stock in accordance with the Food Standards Code
- Maintain the cleanliness and hygiene of the assigned section, equipment and storage areas, and complete temperature and cleaning records as directed
Essential requirements
- AQF Certificate III or Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery, or an equivalent overseas qualification; or a minimum of one year of full-time experience as a Cook in a commercial kitchen
- Demonstrated experience cooking Indian dishes, including tandoor cookery, curries and gravies, and Indian breads
- Demonstrated ability to work to set recipes, portion sizes and presentation standards without deviation
- Sound working knowledge of Australian food safety and hygiene requirements, including temperature control and allergen management
- Proven ability to work at pace across multiple sections during sustained peak service
- Availability for a rotating seven-day roster, and full and unrestricted working rights in Australia
Desirable
- Food Safety Supervisor certificate (NSW); experience in a high-volume kitchen servicing dine-in, pick-up and delivery orders concurrently
How to apply
Email your resume and a short covering letter addressing the essential requirements to [email protected]. All entitlements are provided in accordance with the Restaurant Industry Award 2020 and the National Employment Standards. Australian citizens, permanent residents and New Zealand citizens are strongly encouraged to apply.
Pay: $75,000.00 – $85,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
