Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

EVANSHI & ELAHI PTY LTD EVANSHI & ELAHI PTY LTD t/a AAVJO Indian Cuisine is a fine Indian restaurant located at 7 Duff place, Deakin ACT 2600. At AAVJO, we bring the authentic flavours of Indian cuisine with a focus on rich spices, aromatic herbs, and fresh ingredients. Our menu offers a wide range of traditional dishes, from classic curries to creative recipes from savoury vegetarian delight or a hearty non-vegetarian feast.

Each dish is prepared with care, ensuring the true essence of Indian cooking in every bite. We are looking for a passionate and experienced full-time cook to join our team. This is a full-time position of minimum 38 hours per week at Aavjo Indian Cuisine restaurant in Deakin, ACT.

Benefits Salary Salary between $75,000 to $85,000 per annum plus minimum guaranteed superannuation will be paid based on experience and skills to deserving candidate.

The main job duties are mentioned below:

Task & responsibilities

- Plan, prepare and cook food in accordance with recipes, menus and customer requirements.
- Examine food products to ensure quality, freshness and suitability for cooking.
- Prepare and cook a variety of dishes, including meat, seafood, curries, Indian sweets, poultry, vegetables, soups, sauces, salads and other menu items.
- Ensure all food is cooked to the correct temperature, timing, and presentation standards to maintain high quality and consistency.
- Season, portion and present dishes to maintain consistent quality, taste and appearance.
- Monitor food quality during preparation and service
- Plan menus and estimate food and ingredient requirements in consultation with management.
- Supervise and coordinate the activities of kitchen staff and provide training to junior employees.
- Assist with kitchen operations, including preparation for service,



service periods and closing procedures.
- Check the quality of prepared dishes before service and make adjustments where necessary.
- Inventory management including monitoring stock levels, ordering supplies and taking deliveries.
- Measuring, weighing and mixing ingredients
- Chopping, slicing and seasoning food
- Using various cooking techniques like baking, frying, grilling and boiling food
- Adjusting and modifying recipes to accommodate special dietary requirements, including vegan, lactose-free, vegetarian, allergy-related and culturally specific dietary needs, while maintaining the quality, taste and presentation of dishes.
- Managing food storage, preservation and stock levels
- Regulate temperature of various kitchen equipment like ovens, grills, etc.
- Ensure strict adherence to hygienic regulations.
- Maintain cleanliness and organisation of kitchen areas, equipment and food preparation facilities.

Qualification & experience

- Certificate iv in commercial cookery/relevant qualifications
- Minimum one work experience in a similar position.
- Flexibility with working hours and a positive approach to varying shifts and demands.
- Excellent attention to detail in all aspects of food preparation and presentation.
- Experience with Indian cuisine preferred.
- Strong ability to work efficiently as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

About Company

AAVJO Indian Cuisine is a fine Indian restaurant located at 7 Duff place, Deakin ACT 2600. At AAVJO, we bring the authentic flavours of Indian cuisine with a focus on rich spices, aromatic herbs, and fresh ingredients.

Work Type

Work Type: Full time Salary: $75000-85000

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