Chef Full Time

Position: Chef Indian Cuisine

Location: Surrey Hills, Melbourne, VIC, Australia

Contract Details: Full-time, Salary: $73,000 to $78,000 plus superannuation

Akom Enterprises Pty Ltd is a leading hospitality company that owns and operates Mumtaaz Indian Bistro, a popular restaurant located in Surrey Hills, Melbourne. We are currently seeking a talented and experienced Chef to join our team on a full-time basis.

As a Chef at Mumtaaz Indian Bistro, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking high-quality Indian dishes, ensuring that they are presented and served to our customers in a timely and efficient manner. You will maintain the highest standards of food quality, taste, and presentation.

Key Responsibilities:

- Prepare and cook a variety of Indian dishes according to the restaurant's menu and recipes

- Ensure that all dishes are prepared and served in a timely and efficient manner

- Maintain high standards of food quality, taste, and presentation

- Monitor and control portion sizes and food wastage

- Train and supervise junior kitchen staff to ensure consistency and quality in food preparation

- Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards at all times

- Manage inventory and stock levels, and place orders for ingredients and supplies as needed

- Collaborate with the Head Chef to develop new menu items and specials

- Maintain a clean and organized kitchen, following all sanitation and safety procedures

- Adhere to all company policies and procedures, including those related to health and safety, and food handling regulations.

Requirements:

- Proven experience as a Chef of at least 1 year, preferably in an Indian restaurant

- Extensive knowledge of Indian cuisine and cooking techniques

- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

- Strong leadership and communication skills

- Excellent time management and organizational skills

- A passion for food and a creative approach to cooking

- Ability to work well in a team and independently

- Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery/relevant qualifications in culinary arts or a related field is preferred.

We offer a competitive salary of $73,000 to $78,000 plus superannuation, as well as opportunities for career growth and development within our company. If you are a skilled and passionate Chef with a love for Indian cuisine, we want to hear from you!

To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and why you would be a great fit for our team. We look forward to hearing from you!