Chef

Chef – Indian Cuisine | Full-time

Employer: JMV Group Pty Ltd trading as Model Town Indian Restaurant
Location: Unit 1, 24 Riley Road, Craigieburn VIC 3064
Salary: $80,000 per year plus superannuation
Hours: Full-time, 38 hours per week

About the opportunity

Model Town Indian Restaurant is seeking a skilled and motivated Chef to join our kitchen team in Craigieburn. This position suits someone with experience preparing Indian cuisine who takes pride in delivering consistent flavours, quality presentation and efficient service.

About the role

You will prepare and cook dishes from our menu, organise daily preparation and support kitchen operations during busy service periods. Working closely with the team, you will help maintain consistent food quality and a clean, safe and organised kitchen.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present Indian dishes in accordance with the restaurant’s recipes and quality standards.
• Prepare gravies, masalas, marinades and other ingredients to meet service requirements.
• Maintain consistency in flavour, portion sizes and presentation.
• Organise preparation and cooking tasks to support timely service.
• Assist with menu planning, specials and recipe improvements.
• Check ingredient quality and maintain appropriate temperature control, food storage and stock rotation.
• Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering and inventory management.
• Minimise food wastage and support effective food cost control.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and follow food safety and hygiene procedures.
• Guide and assist kitchen staff during preparation and service, including training where required.

Skills and experience

• At least one year of relevant experience as a Chef preparing Indian cuisine.
• Sound knowledge of Indian cooking techniques, spices and flavour combinations.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure without compromising food quality.
• Good organisational, communication and teamwork skills.
• Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene and safe food handling.
• Availability to work rostered evenings, weekends and public holidays.

Formal culinary training or relevant qualifications are desirable. Experience in a similar restaurant environment will be highly regarded.

What we offer

• Full-time employment, working 38 hours per week.
• An annual salary of $80,000 plus superannuation.
• The opportunity to contribute to menu development and day-to-day kitchen operations.

How to apply

Apply through Indeed with your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant cooking experience and availability.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Professional development assistance
• Salary packaging

Experience:

• Kitchen: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Preferred)

Work Location: In person