Full-time Indian Cook

Job Overview

Job Description

Address: THE TRUSTEE FOR SHAHI DARBAAR UNIT TRUST T/A Shahi Darbaar
Job Title: Full-time Indian Cook
Job Location: 10A E Esplanade, St Albans Vic 3021
Salary: $76,600 plus superannuation

Duties and Skills
• Prepare and cook a wide variety of authentic Indian dishes, including regional curries, biryanis, tandoori items, snacks, and Indo Chinese.
• Collaborate with the head chef and kitchen team to develop new dishes and refine existing recipes in line with customer preferences and seasonal ingredients.
• Maintain high standards of food presentation and monitor dish quality throughout all stages of preparation and service.
• Assist in menu planning by contributing ideas for special items and estimating food and labour costs to support efficient kitchen operations.
• Operate and regulate ovens, grills, fryers, and tandoor ovens, ensuring correct temperatures and cooking times are followed for optimal results.
• Adhere to food safety regulations and hygiene standards as per Australian Food Standards Code and ensure all food handling practices are compliant.
• Supervise and support junior kitchen staff, contributing to their training and ensuring a smooth kitchen workflow.
• Monitor and manage stock levels, assist with ordering supplies, and ensure proper storage and rotation of ingredients.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of workstations and kitchen equipment, ensuring compliance with WHS and OH&S standards.
• Liaise with the restaurant’s management team to ensure service consistency and to support operational goals.
• Assist in the coordination of kitchen activities to ensure timely and quality food service during peak hours.

Qualification and Experience:
• Minimum Cert III in commercial cookery
• Minimum one year of experience in the related field is mandatory
• Experience cooking all Indo-Chinese will be advantage
• Are available across the working week including weekends and Public Holidays.
• Strong knowledge of Indian cuisine, cooking techniques, and kitchen management.
• Offer proven ability to prioritise, set goals and have the determination to achieve them.
• Possess a thorough understanding of food safety and HACCP.
• Understand cost control, time management, prioritization, and cost-efficient procurement practices.
• Able to cook all chat foods
• Able to prepare new special menu items is highly considered
• Passion for food and commitment to high standards of quality and hygiene.
• Strict compliance towards food safety

How to apply:

Applications open on 5 May 2026 and close on 4 June 2026.
Please send your CV to . Please include the job role title in your email.