Job Advertisement: Chef – Indian Fine Dining

Job Title: Chef

Location: Balwyn, 3103

Salary Package: $80,000 + Superannuation

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About us:

Cloves Fine Indian Restaurant (ACN 605 429 990 PTY LTD) is a premier Indian fine dining restaurant dedicated to redefining the perception of Indian cuisine. We blend traditional cooking techniques with modern presentation, offering our guests an immersive culinary journey. Our kitchen is built on passion, precision, and respect for authentic Indian flavours. We are currently seeking a talented and experienced Chef to join our team.

The Role:

We are looking for a skilled Chef to take charge of our kitchen and deliver an exceptional dining experience. You will be responsible for crafting creative dishes that honour Indian culinary traditions while meeting the standards of fine dining.

Key Responsibilities:

Menu Creation: Design and execute a high-quality menu that balances authentic Indian flavours with modern fine dining presentation.

Food Preparation: Prepare and cook dishes to the highest standard, ensuring consistency in taste, presentation, and portion control.

Kitchen Management: Oversee daily kitchen operations, including stock control, inventory management, and supplier relationships.

Food Safety & Hygiene: Ensure strict adherence to HACCP, WHS, and local food safety regulations at all times.





Quality Assurance: Maintain the highest standards of food quality and presentation for every dish served.

The Package:

We are offering a competitive remuneration package of $80,000 per annum plus superannuation.

Base Salary: $80,000 depending on experience

Incentives: Performance-based bonuses available

Benefits: Uniforms provided, and opportunities for career progression The Ideal Candidate:

Experience: At least 1 year of full-time experience as a Chef in a fine dining or high-quality restaurant environment.

Cuisine Expertise: Strong knowledge and experience with Indian cuisine is essential. Experience in fine dining plating and presentation is highly regarded.

Qualifications: Certificate III/IV in Commercial Cookery, and diploma in hospitality management equivalent qualification preferred.

Skills: Strong leadership, creativity, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure during busy service periods.

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about Indian cuisine and ready to lead a kitchen dedicated to excellence, we would love to hear from you. Please send your resume and a brief cover letter to [email protected]

Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Pay: $80,000.00 per year

Benefits

- Salary packaging

Work Location: In person

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