Indian Cuisine Chef

Saffron India Restaurant is seeking an experienced and motivated Chef to join our busy restaurant on a full-time basis.

The focus of this role is on authentic Indian cuisine, and the successful candidate must have strong hands-on experience preparing a wide range of Indian dishes including curries, biryanis, tandoori items, naan breads, vegetarian specialties, and traditional Indian entrées. Experience in Indian cuisine will be highly regarded. This is a hands-on kitchen role in a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant environment.

The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing kitchen operations and preparing high-quality meals while maintaining consistency, hygiene, and food safety standards.

This is a full-time position with an annual salary between AUD $77,000 and $85,000 plus superannuation, depending on skills and experience.

Benefits

Competitive annual salary plus superannuation

Full-time stable employment

Supportive and professional team environment

Opportunity to further develop skills in authentic Indian cuisine

Career growth opportunities within the business

Staff meals provided during shifts

Friendly and fast-paced workplace environment

Task & responsibilities

• Preparing and cooking a wide variety of traditional Indian dishes
• Planning menus and assisting in development of new dishes
• Maintain and monitor consistent taste and quality  of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation
• Managing food preparation and kitchen operations during busy service periods
• Estimating food and labour costs and assisting with stock control
• Ensuring compliance with food safety and hygiene standards
• Supervising and training junior kitchen staff where required
• Maintaining consistency in food quality and presentation standards

Qualification & experience

• Mandatory qualification: Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery, or an equivalent qualification recognised in Australia
• Minimum 1 year relevant work experience as a Chef
• Strong knowledge of kitchen operations and food safety procedures
• Excellent organisational and teamwork skills
• Flexible and willing attitude, clear communication and customer service skills
• Take pride in food presentation, always ensuring top quality
• Food Hygiene compliance, knowledge and practices
• Availability for rotating roster across Mon to Sun
• Able to work 5 days across a 7-day operation
• Job will require approx. 38 hrs per week
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment