Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

Utsav Indian restaurant Position Title: Cook ANZSCO: Employment Type: Full time Location: 155 Canterbury Road, Heathmont VIC 3135 Salary: AUD $80,000 per annum plus superannuation Experience Required: Minimum 1 year of relevant work experience Utsav Indian Restaurant is seeking an experienced and motivated Cook to join our team on a full-time basis. We are looking for someone with strong food preparation and cooking skills who can assist in delivering high-quality Indian cuisine while maintaining excellent standards of food safety, hygiene and presentation. Benefits

This full-time Cook position offers a competitive salary of $80,000 per annum plus superannuation , together with the opportunity to work in an established Indian restaurant and gain further experience in a busy commercial kitchen. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to strengthen their skills in Indian cuisine, food preparation, cooking, stock control, food safety and kitchen organisation while working as part of a supportive team. The role provides ongoing full-time employment, practical exposure to a wide range of traditional Indian dishes and cooking techniques, and the opportunity to contribute directly to food quality, consistency and customer satisfaction at Utsav Indian Restaurant.

Task & responsibilities Preparing and cooking a variety of Indian dishes in accordance with established recipes and restaurant standards. Preparing ingredients, including vegetables, meat, poultry, seafood, spices and sauces, for daily food service. Cooking and presenting curries, rice dishes, breads, entrees and other Indian dishes.

Operating cooking equipment including ovens, grills, fryers, stovetops and other commercial kitchen equipment. Checking the quality and freshness of ingredients before preparation and cooking. Monitoring cooking temperatures and ensuring food is cooked and stored safely.





Seasoning and portioning food appropriately during preparation and cooking. Ensuring dishes are prepared consistently and presented to the required restaurant standards. Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene of food preparation areas, equipment and kitchen facilities.

Following food safety, workplace health and safety and hygiene requirements. Receiving and storing food supplies appropriately. Monitoring stock levels and assisting with stock rotation to minimise food wastage.

Working effectively with other kitchen staff to ensure meals are prepared and served efficiently during busy service periods. Assisting with the preparation of food for dine-in, takeaway and catering orders as required.

Qualification & experience A minimum of 1 year of relevant work experience as a Cook in a commercial kitchen .

Must have Certificate IV in Kitcehn Management of higher education. Demonstrated knowledge of food preparation and cooking techniques. Experience preparing Indian cuisine and familiarity with Indian spices, ingredients and traditional cooking methods.

Ability to prepare food consistently according to recipes and restaurant standards. Good understanding of food safety and kitchen hygiene requirements. Ability to work efficiently in a busy commercial kitchen environment.

Good organisational and time-management skills. Ability to work independently as well as part of a kitchen team. Flexibility to work according to the restaurant's roster, including evenings, weekends and public holidays where required.

About Company Utsav Indian Restaurant is an Indian restaurant located in Heathmont, Victoria, offering a range of authentic Indian dishes prepared using quality ingredients and traditional cooking techniques. We are committed to providing our customers with consistently high-quality food and professional service. We are seeking a reliable and experienced Cook who can contribute positively to our kitchen team and maintain the quality and consistency expected by our customers.

Work Type: Full time Salary: $

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