Chef – Full Time
Position Details
- Position: Chef
- Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent
- Location: Whyalla, South Australia
- Salary: $80,000 to $82,000 per annum plus superannuation, depending on skills and experience.
Tandoori Guru Whyalla – Whyalla, South Australia
Tandoori Guru Whyalla is seeking an experienced and passionate Chef to join our growing team on a full-time basis. We are looking for an individual who has a strong understanding of authentic Indian cuisine and can thrive in a fast-paced restaurant environment while maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Prepare, cook and present a variety of authentic Indian dishes including curries, tandoori specialties, breads, rice dishes, entrees and desserts.
- Plan and develop menus, seasonal specials and new dishes in consultation with management.
- Estimate food requirements, labour needs and kitchen operating costs.
- Order, receive and maintain stock levels of food supplies, ingredients and kitchen materials.
- Monitor food quality and presentation standards throughout all stages of preparation and service.
- Prepare and marinate meats, seafood and vegetables for tandoori cooking and operate tandoor ovens and related equipment.
- Supervise food preparation activities and coordinate kitchen operations during service periods.
- Discuss food preparation issues and menu changes with management and kitchen staff.
- Demonstrate cooking techniques and provide guidance and support to junior kitchen staff.
- Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety regulations.
- Inspect ingredients and finished dishes to ensure consistency, freshness and quality.
- Train and mentor kitchen staff in food preparation procedures and safe handling practices.
- Monitor portion control and minimise food wastage.
- Maintain cleanliness and organisation of kitchen work areas and storage facilities.
- Preserve, freeze and store food items appropriately to maintain quality and reduce spoilage.
- Cater for customer dietary requirements, allergies and special requests where required.
Minimum Requirements
- Minimum qualification of Certificate III or Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or a related field.
- A minimum of one year of relevant experience working as a Chef, preferably in an Indian restaurant environment.
- Experience preparing authentic Indian cuisine, including curries, tandoori dishes, breads and other traditional Indian specialties, will be highly regarded.
- Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene and kitchen operations.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation.
About You
The successful applicant will:
- Have experience preparing authentic Indian cuisine, including tandoori dishes.
- Possess strong organisational and time management skills.
- Be capable of working efficiently in a busy kitchen environment.
- Demonstrate excellent knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices.
- Be committed to maintaining high standards of food quality and customer satisfaction.
If you are passionate about Indian cuisine and are looking to further your career with a growing restaurant, we encourage you to apply.
Pay: $80,000.00 – $82,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
