CHEF

Are you a passionate and skilled Chef looking for an exciting opportunity in regional Victoria? Sargun Indian Tandoori Restaurant —a well-established, family-style cafe and restaurant in Bendigo—is seeking a dedicated Chef to join our expanding team. This high-end cafe/restaurant and bar operation offers an exceptional setting to refine and showcase culinary skills in regional Victoria.

About the Role

Benefits

This position provides both creative and operational accountability. As Chef, you'll have the chance to set yourself up in a team that values culinary excellence and industry growth. You'll play an instrumental role in shaping a memorable dining experience for patrons in Bendigo.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for an experienced full-time Chef to join our Company. Our Cafe & Restaurant based in Bendigo which caters for mainly dine-in customers. The successful candidate must be available to work both day and evening shifts as well as weekends and must have in-depth knowledge of various popular Indian cuisines. We are seeking a dynamic Tandoor Chef with a proven track record in the Indian cuisine business to work with us in an exciting fulltime role in our restaurant.

Benefits

• Job Type: Full-time
• Pay : $75000 - $80000 p.a

Task & responsibilities

• Planning and preparing nutritious meals and food items.
• Prepare meals to meet the needs of customers with special dietary requirements and allergies.
• Develop and test new recipes for enterprise menus.
• Plan, prepare, display, service and clear a buffet.
• Order food supplies in consultation with Head Chef.
• Ensure safe and hygienic storage, handling and preparation of food and drinks.
• Ensuring cooking methods, portions and recipes are followed.
• Able to work under pressure.
• Maintaining a clean and well-presented kitchen compliant with food safety standards.
• Work as part of a team to create a safe and friendly work environment.

Qualification & experience

• Relevant AQF associate degree, Advanced Diploma, or Diploma (or 3+ years of formal experience in lieu of qualifications).At least 3 years of formal experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above.
• Knowledge about Indian regional cuisines.
• Strong interpersonal skills with proven ability to cultivate strong relationships in a team-based environment.
• Ability to plan menus for different cultural/dietary requirements.
• Experience in pans & grills and Indian Street food.
• Ability to create authentic spice mixes and techniques to make masalas.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment.