Job Description
Efficient Recruitment Services Pty Ltd – Mornington VIC
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Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position
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Job Description
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Employer: 325 Pty Ltd T/A Chutney Bar Mornington Position: Cook Salary: $78,000 - $88,000 Plus Superannuation Location: 44 Main Street Mornington VIC ****, Australia Mode: Full Time Experience: 2 years' experience minimum About Us Chutney Bar Mornington is a well-established Indian restaurant located in the heart of Mornington on the Mornington Peninsula.
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We are renowned for serving authentic North and South Indian cuisine prepared using traditional recipes, premium-quality ingredients, aromatic spices, and up-to-date cooking techniques. Our extensive menu features a variety of curries, tandoori specialties, biryanis, vegetarian dishes, breads, and regional delicacies, catering to both dine-in and takeaway customers. Operating seven days a week, we are committed to delivering exceptional food quality, consistency, and customer service.
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We are seeking an experienced and passionate Cook to join our busy kitchen and contribute to maintaining the high standards our customers have come to expect.
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Key Responsibilities
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Prepare, season and cook a wide variety of authentic Indian dishes, including curries, tandoori items, biryanis, appetisers, breads, rice dishes, vegetarian meals, desserts and regional specialties in accordance with established recipes.
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Prepare ingredients by washing, peeling, cutting, marinating and measuring food items prior to cooking.
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Cook food using a variety of techniques including tandoor cooking, grilling, roasting, frying, steaming,



simmering and baking while ensuring consistency in taste and presentation.
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Ensure all dishes are prepared and presented in accordance with the restaurant's quality standards and customer expectations.
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Monitor cooking times, temperatures and portion sizes to maintain consistency and minimise food wastage.
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Check the quality and freshness of meat, seafood, vegetables, spices and other ingredients before use and report any quality concerns.
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Store food safely in accordance with food safety regulations and maintain appropriate stock rotation using FIFO principles.
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Assist in estimating daily food requirements and notify management when stock replenishment is required.
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Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen equipment, food preparation areas and storage facilities in compliance with Food Safety Standards Australia
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New Zealand (FSANZ) and workplace health and safety requirements.
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Follow safe food handling practices and ensure compliance with hygiene regulations at all times.
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Work efficiently during busy service periods to ensure timely preparation and service of meals.
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Assist in preparing meals for customers with dietary requirements or food allergies while maintaining quality and presentation standards.
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Collaborate effectively with chefs, cooks and front-of-house staff to ensure smooth kitchen operations and excellent customer service.
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Assist with the preparation of daily specials and seasonal menu items under the direction of senior kitchen staff.
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Operate commercial kitchen equipment safely and report any maintenance issues promptly.
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To be Successful in this Role, You Will Have
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Certificate III or Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery, or an equivalent recognised qualification.
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Minimum two years' experience as a Cook in a busy commercial kitchen, preferably specialising in authentic Indian cuisine.
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Demonstrated knowledge of Indian spices, herbs, marinades, traditional cooking methods and tandoor cooking techniques.
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Sound understanding of food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety regulations.
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Ability to prepare high‐quality meals efficiently in a fast‐paced restaurant environment.
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Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise multiple tasks during busy service periods.
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Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
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Flexibility to work weekends, evenings and public holidays as required.
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Join Chutney Bar Mornington, where tradition, taste, and teamwork come together to create memorable dining experiences. We look forward to welcoming a passionate and dedicated Cook to join our kitchen team and contribute to delivering authentic, high‐quality dining experiences for our customers.
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📌 Cook (Queensland)
🏢 Efficient Recruitment Services
📍 Queensland