About The Client
Sidhu Restaurant and Sweets & Snacks Pty Ltd located in Pakenham, Victoria trading as Desi Sweets and Curry Cafe is a modern Indian restaurant offering a wide variety of Indian cuisine food including specialty curries and desserts, among others.
They are currently looking for an experienced Chef to join their team.
The Role
You will have the opportunity to work in a truly dynamic team and you will have the chance to display your creativity in the dishes that you create. You will also have the opportunity to progress through the ranks at the restaurant.
This is a full-time role with an annual salary of $74,000 plus superannuation.
The Responsibilities
Your tasks at the restaurant will consist of:
Prepare and cook food of regular basis or for special guests or to dietary requirements
Determine how food should be presented, and ensure consistent presentation look
Determine production schedules & staff requirements necessary to ensure delivery of services
Estimate amounts and costs of required supplies, such as food and ingredients
Inspect supplies, equipment, and work areas to ensure conformance to established standards
Maintaining a clean and sanitized workstation
Following kitchen standard operating procedures
Supervising of cooks of a lower grade
Ensure cooks/kitchen staff are trained to standard operating procedures
Plan various menu items, based on factors such as cost of labour, ingredients and other overhead costs
Supervise and coordinate activities of cooks and workers engaged in food preparation
Plan and develop recipes and menus, taking into account seasonal availability of ingredients
To always follow company occupational health and safety policies and procedures
To report any unsafe practices or situations to the manager on duty immediately
To perform other duties which are in line with the positions skills and experience as required from the manager from time to time
To always adhere to all company policies and procedures
Presentation and grooming standards are adhered to
Maintaining safety and hygiene standards in the kitchen at all times
Recruitment and training of kitchen staff
The Requirements:
To be considered for the position you must meet the following requirements:
Strong food knowledge and skills in Indian cuisine and cooking
Relevant qualifications in cookery or hospitality
Minimum 2 years of experience as a Chef in a similar role
Minimum 2 years of experience preparing Indian curry pastes from scratch
Passion for great food and presentation
Understanding of, and commitment to, food safety
Experience in kitchen operations and in managing a team
Experience in training kitchen staff
Ability to work well under pressure
Goods ordering and menu costing
Stock control and wastage minimization
Able to work to a flexible roster includes weekends
Sidhu Restaurant and Sweets & Snacks Pty Ltd located in Pakenham, Victoria trading as Desi Sweets and Curry Cafe is a modern Indian restaurant offering a wide variety of Indian cuisine food including specialty curries and desserts, among others.
They are currently looking for an experienced Chef to join their team.
The Role
You will have the opportunity to work in a truly dynamic team and you will have the chance to display your creativity in the dishes that you create. You will also have the opportunity to progress through the ranks at the restaurant.
This is a full-time role with an annual salary of $74,000 plus superannuation.
The Responsibilities
Your tasks at the restaurant will consist of:
Prepare and cook food of regular basis or for special guests or to dietary requirements
Determine how food should be presented, and ensure consistent presentation look
Determine production schedules & staff requirements necessary to ensure delivery of services
Estimate amounts and costs of required supplies, such as food and ingredients
Inspect supplies, equipment, and work areas to ensure conformance to established standards
Maintaining a clean and sanitized workstation
Following kitchen standard operating procedures
Supervising of cooks of a lower grade
Ensure cooks/kitchen staff are trained to standard operating procedures
Plan various menu items, based on factors such as cost of labour, ingredients and other overhead costs
Supervise and coordinate activities of cooks and workers engaged in food preparation
Plan and develop recipes and menus, taking into account seasonal availability of ingredients
To always follow company occupational health and safety policies and procedures
To report any unsafe practices or situations to the manager on duty immediately
To perform other duties which are in line with the positions skills and experience as required from the manager from time to time
To always adhere to all company policies and procedures
Presentation and grooming standards are adhered to
Maintaining safety and hygiene standards in the kitchen at all times
Recruitment and training of kitchen staff
The Requirements:
To be considered for the position you must meet the following requirements:
Strong food knowledge and skills in Indian cuisine and cooking
Relevant qualifications in cookery or hospitality
Minimum 2 years of experience as a Chef in a similar role
Minimum 2 years of experience preparing Indian curry pastes from scratch
Passion for great food and presentation
Understanding of, and commitment to, food safety
Experience in kitchen operations and in managing a team
Experience in training kitchen staff
Ability to work well under pressure
Goods ordering and menu costing
Stock control and wastage minimization
Able to work to a flexible roster includes weekends
