Chef
- Prepare authentic Indian cuisine with a focus on taste and presentation.
- Manage kitchen operations including menu planning and food safety compliance.
- Supervise kitchen staff and maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment.
Position: Chef
Business Name: SGGK PTY LTD T/A Ajmer’s Indian Restaurant & Cuisine
Location: Belrose NSW 2085
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: AUD 80,000 – AUD 85,000 per annum (plus superannuation)
About Us:
SGGK PTY LTD T/A Ajmer’s Indian Restaurant & Cuisine Australia is a well-established Indian restaurant offering authentic and traditional Indian cuisine in a welcoming dining environment. Our menu features a diverse range of traditional Indian dishes, including curries, tandoori specialties, biryanis, vegetarian dishes, Indian breads, seafood, vegan-friendly options, and desserts. We use quality ingredients, aromatic spices, fresh herbs, and traditional cooking techniques to deliver an authentic Indian dining experience to our customers.
We are looking for a skilled and experienced Chef to prepare authentic Indian cuisine, ensuring excellent taste, presentation, and food safety. The successful candidate should have strong culinary knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced kitchen.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Planning and developing menus featuring authentic Indian cuisine, while estimating food, labor, and ingredient costs.
2. Demonstrating cooking techniques and providing guidance on food preparation, cooking methods, and portion control.
3. Monitoring the quality, taste, consistency, and presentation of dishes throughout all stages of preparation and service.
4. Order and monitor food supplies to ensure sufficient stock and quality ingredients are available.
5. Maintain a clean, organized, and well-equipped kitchen throughout food preparation and service.
6. Communicate with managers, kitchen staff, and waiting staff regarding food preparation, menu requirements, and service issues.
7. Prepare a range of Indian dishes according to recipes, customer requirements, and restaurant standards.
8. Assist in recruiting, training, and supervising kitchen staff as required.
9. Ensure food is appropriately stored, preserved, frozen, and handled to maintain freshness and prevent wastage.
10. Implement and enforce food safety, hygiene and sanitation procedures to ensure compliance with applicable Australian food safety requirements.
Essential Requirements
Relevant qualifications in Commercial Cookery, Kitchen Management, and/or Hospitality Management.
Minimum 3 year of relevant full-time work experience in a professional kitchen, preferably in Indian cuisine.
Strong knowledge of Indian food preparation, cooking methods, menu development, and day-to-day kitchen operations.
Sound understanding of Australian food safety, hygiene and WHS regulations.
Excellent organizational, time-management, teamwork, and communication skills.
Proven ability to supervise kitchen staff, work efficiently under pressure and consistently deliver high-quality meals.
Ability to supervise kitchen staff, work under pressure, and maintain high food quality standards.
Interested applicants are encouraged to submit their resume along with a brief cover letter outlining their relevant skills and experience.
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