A1 Brar Indian Restaurant & Sweets is a locally-owned Indian cuisine business located in Shepparton in VIC.
They are currently looking for an experienced Chef to join their team.
The Role
You will have the opportunity to work in a truly dynamic team and you will have the chance to display your creativity in the dishes that you create.
You will also have the prospect to progress through the ranks at the restaurant.
This is a full-time role with an annual salary set at $80,000 plus superannuation, depending on experience.
Responsibilities
Manage and supervise culinary staff including cooks and food preparation workers.
Inspect the levels of ingredients, raw food supplies and other raw materials and ensure optimum stock levels
Give orders for required supplies and making necessary requisitions for the required stock, frozen food items, beverages and other raw materials
Inspect the received products for their quality, quantity and other attributes
Schedule food production and managing schedule of operations through optimum use of resources and materials
Assist kitchen staff in overall kitchen operations to ensure timely services
Observe methods of food preparation being used by the food preparation team to ensure consistency
Designate and assign duties based on personal capacity and capabilities, with respect to preparation of ingredients, cooking and delivery of food items
Inspect and make use of various cooking appliances for completion of orders, inspecting the appliances for cleanliness, functionality and usability
Perform other inventory duties, performing stock rotation




Plan and review menus with management and actively participate in assigning prices to menu items, based on food and labour cost analysis and other overheads.
Guiding and mentoring the employees, identifying and providing solutions for any potential issues and worker grievances
Consistently ensure high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation
Ensuring that kitchen workers maintain personal hygiene and follow the cleanliness and sanitation standards
Ensure food items being prepared are prepared within the established food preparation, portion control and pricing policies.
Manage relationships with distributors and resolve issues with vendors promptly.
Follow the budget established by the restaurant manager.
Ensure safety and sanitation practices in the kitchen.
Manage kitchen staff and delegate tasks related to meal prep, cooking and delivering food to diners in a timely fashion
Requirements
Strong food knowledge and skills in authentic Indian cuisine
Relevant qualifications in cookery or hospitality
At least 3 years of experience as a Chef in a similar role
At least 3 years experience in tandoori cooking
At least 3 years experience in preparing advanced marinades, masalas and curry pastes and sauces from scratch
At least 3 years experience preparing and cooking Indian breads
At least 3 years experience operating and maintaining traditional clay tandoor ovens
Must be able to work with proteins like beef, mutton and pork
Passion for great food and presentation
Understanding of, and commitment to, food safety
Experience in kitchen operations and in managing a team
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