Company Name: SWEET INDIA CRAIGIEBURN PTY LTD T/A Sweet India

Job Title: Full-time Indian Cook

Job Location: 7/334 Hume Highway, Craigieburn, 3064

Salary: $79,600 plus superannuation

Duties

- Prepare and cook a wide variety of authentic Indian dishes, including regional curries, tandoori items, snacks, and traditional Indian desserts.
- Collaborate with the head chef and kitchen team to develop current dishes and refine existing recipes in line with customer preferences and seasonal ingredients.
- Maintain high standards of food presentation and monitor dish quality throughout all stages of preparation and service.
- Assist in menu planning by contributing ideas for special items and estimating food and labour costs to support efficient kitchen operations.
- Operate and regulate ovens, grills, fryers, and tandoor ovens, ensuring correct temperatures and cooking times are followed for optimal results.
- Adhere to food safety regulations and hygiene standards as per Australian Food Standards Code and ensure all food handling practices are compliant.
- Supervise and support junior kitchen staff, contributing to their training and ensuring a smooth kitchen workflow.
- Monitor and manage stock levels, assist with ordering supplies, and ensure proper storage and rotation of ingredients.




- Maintain cleanliness and organisation of workstations and kitchen equipment, ensuring compliance with WHS and OH&S; standards.
- Liaise with the restaurant’s management team to ensure service consistency and to support operational goals.
- Assist in the coordination of kitchen activities to ensure timely and quality food service during peak hours.

Qualification and Experience

- Min Cert IV in commercial cookery, Diploma relevant qualification is highly considered.
- Min one year of experience in the related field is mandatory.
- Experience cooking all Indian sweet menu items are required.
- Are available across the working week including weekends and Public Holidays.
- Strong knowledge of Indian cuisine, cooking techniques, and kitchen management.
- Offer proven ability to prioritise, set goals and have the determination to achieve them.
- Possess a thorough understanding of food safety and HACCP.
- Understand cost control, time management, prioritization, and cost-efficient procurement practices.
- Cooking tandoor naan and rotis skills are mandatory.
- Able to cook all chat foods.

How to apply

Applications open on 14 October 2026 and close on 13 November 2026.

Please send your CV to [email protected]. Please include the job role title in your email.

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