Key Duties and Responsibilities
 Monitoring the quality of ingredients on delivery and of dishes at all stages of preparation, cooking and presentation
 Planning menu items and developing spice blends, marinades, pastes, sauces and recipes for the tandoor and wider Indian menu
 Marinating and cooking meats, paneer and breads in the tandoor
 Preparing and cooking a wide range of Indian dishes using traditional methods, spices, and cooking techniques
 Regulating the temperature of ovens, the tandoor, grills and other cooking equipment.
 Seasoning and tasting food during cooking to achieve the right flavour and consistency.
 Estimating food and labour costs and setting standardised recipes and portion sizes to control consistency and minimise wastage
 Demonstrating cooking techniques and advising kitchen staff on preparation, plating and presentation standards
 Preparing food to meet special dietary requirements (vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, allergen-aware)
 Storing food in temperature-controlled facilities with correct labelling and stock rotation
 Explaining and enforcing hygiene, food safety, HACCP and WHS requirements throughout the kitchen
 Selecting, training, supervising and rostering kitchen staff, particularly in the tandoor section




 Discussing menu planning and food preparation with restaurant management and coordinating with kitchen and front-of-house staff during service
 Ordering, storing and stocktaking supplies and equipment for the kitchen
Skills and Qualifications
• Certificate IV in Kitchen Management and/or Diploma of Hospitality Management, or an equivalent qualification (relevant experience may be considered in lieu of formal qualifications)
• Minimum 1 years of relevant experience as a Chef, preferably in Indian cuisine with tandoor specialisation
• Demonstrated skill in Indian cooking techniques, spices and tandoor cookery, with the ability to plan menus, develop recipes and manage food costs
• Sound understanding of food safety, hygiene and commercial kitchen procedures
• Ability to lead and supervise a kitchen team in a busy commercial workplace, including evenings and weekends
• Australian work rights are required for this position
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience to [insert application email / “Apply” link]. Applications are open and will be accepted for at least four weeks from the date of this advertisement.
Advertised by Mundepi & Roy Pty Ltd (trading as Masala Hut), Weston, Canberra ACT.

📌 Indian Tandoor Chef (Canberra)
🏢 Mundepi and Roy
📍 Canberra