About The Client
Tadka club Mornington restaurant located in Mornington in VIC is a popular traditional Indian that serves authentic Tandoori dishes as well as a variety of tasty Indian dishes. They are currently looking for an experienced Chef to join their expanding team.
The Role
This is a full time role with an annual salary set at $84,000 plus superannuation. The role is based in Mornington in VIC.
The Responsibilities
Your tasks at the restaurant will consist of:
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
Working with the management and showing active participation in assigning prices to various menu items, based on factors such as cost of labour, ingredients and other overhead costs
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
The Requirements
To be considered for the position you must meet the following requirements:
At least Certificate 4 qualifications in commercial cookery
Robust food knowledge and skills in authentic Indian cuisine
Minimum 12 months of experience as a commercial chef in a restaurant kitchen
Minimum 12 months of experience with cooking curry and Tandoori
Minimum 12 months of cooking experience with open fire and the Tandoor oven
At least 12 months experience in preparing advanced marinades, masalas and curry pastes and sauces from scratch
Minimum 12 months of experience in preparing Tandoori rub mix from scratch
Must be able to work with proteins like beef, lamb and seafood
Experience in adherence to recipe & portion control, as well as ordering and stock control
Ability to follow instruction & take direction
Excellent time management and attention to detail
Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team
Be available to work on weekends to deal with many customers
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