Cook
- Prepare and cook a variety of authentic dishes according to restaurant recipes.
- Ensure high standards of food safety and kitchen hygiene are maintained.
- Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations during service.
About Us:
Kasundi Indian Restaurant is an established dining destination known for authentic flavours, vibrant dishes, and high culinary standards. We take pride in delivering exceptional dining experiences and maintaining a collaborative, efficient kitchen environment. We are currently seeking a reliable, passionate, and detail-oriented Cook to join our busy culinary brigade.
Job Overview:
In this role, you will be responsible for preparing, seasoning, and cooking a wide range of authentic dishes according to restaurant recipes and presentation standards. You will work closely with kitchen staff to ensure smooth daily operations, high-volume service delivery, and strict adherence to food safety and sanitation protocols.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare, season, and cook high-quality menu items adhering strictly to restaurant standard recipes and portion controls.
- Execute daily kitchen preparations and mise en place efficiently prior to peak service periods.
- Operate cooking equipment safely, including tandoor ovens, curry stations, fryers, and grills.
- Regulate temperatures of ovens, grills, and burners to ensure correct cooking times and food safety compliance.
- Portion, arrange, and garnish food cleanly and consistently before plating and dispatch.
- Inspect food supplies, meat, poultry, and produce to ensure freshness and compliance with quality standards.
- Monitor stock levels, assist in inventory receiving, ensure correct FIFO (First-In, First-Out) stock rotation, and minimize kitchen waste.
- Maintain strict standards of kitchen hygiene, cleanliness, sanitation, and safety throughout the workstation and food storage areas.
Requirements & Qualifications:
- Relevant Australian trade qualifications: Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or Certificate IV / Diploma of Hospitality in Commercial Cookery), or equivalent relevant international qualifications / equivalent industry experience.
- Minimum of 1 to 2 years of proven commercial cooking experience in a fast-paced or high-volume restaurant kitchen.
- Sound knowledge of food safety, hygiene regulations (HACCP), and safe kitchen operations.
- Strong ability to multitask and remain calm and organized under pressure during busy service shifts.
- Effective communication skills to coordinate seamlessly with team members in a dynamic, multicultural kitchen environment.
- Availability to work flexible rosters, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays as required by restaurant trade.
How to Apply:
If you meet the requirements and are ready to contribute to a dedicated culinary team, please submit your updated resume and cover letter detailing your relevant kitchen experience to ************************** or apply directly via this job board.
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