G13 Indian Cuisine Pty Ltd G13 The Veg Express is seeking an experienced and passionate Chef to join its kitchen team. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning menus, preparing and cooking a variety of vegetarian Indian dishes, maintaining food quality and presentation standards, and coordinating daily kitchen operations. The role involves developing recipes, estimating ingredient requirements, monitoring food costs, managing stock levels, ordering supplies and ensuring that all meals are prepared in accordance with established recipes, food safety standards and customer expectations.

The Chef will also coordinate food preparation activities, guide kitchen staff where required, and maintain a clean, organised and hygienic working environment.

Benefits Full-time employment opportunity. Competitive salary based on skills and experience. Prospect to work with a team specialising in vegetarian Indian cuisine. Professional and collaborative kitchen environment. Opportunity to contribute to menu development and food presentation. Exposure to a variety of Indian cooking techniques, spices and ingredients. Opportunities for ongoing professional development within the hospitality industry. Task &

responsibilities Plan, organise and oversee the preparation and cooking of vegetarian Indian dishes and other menu items. Assist with planning menus and developing new dishes in line with customer preferences and business requirements. Estimate food requirements, ingredient quantities and preparation needs for daily service.

Calculate food costs and assist with maintaining appropriate portion sizes and minimising wastage. Order food supplies and monitor stock levels to ensure ingredients are available for scheduled operations. Inspect ingredients and food products to ensure freshness, quality and suitability for use.

Prepare and cook curries, gravies,



rice, lentils, vegetable dishes, snacks and other menu items. Develop and maintain recipes, cooking methods and preparation standards to ensure consistency in flavour and quality. Monitor food quality, taste, texture, portion sizes and presentation throughout preparation and service.

Coordinate food preparation activities and kitchen workflow to ensure orders are completed efficiently. Supervise and guide cooks and kitchen assistants in food preparation, cooking techniques and presentation, where required. Demonstrate appropriate cooking methods and provide guidance on the correct use of kitchen equipment.

Ensure food is stored, handled and prepared in accordance with food safety and hygiene requirements. Explain and reinforce kitchen hygiene procedures and safe food-handling practices. Monitor cooking temperatures, storage conditions and cleaning procedures to minimise contamination risks.

Maintain cleanliness and organisation of kitchen areas, equipment and utensils. Liaise with management and other kitchen staff regarding menu requirements, ingredient availability and food preparation issues. Assist with evaluating customer feedback and improving recipes, food quality and presentation.

Maintain records relating to food stock, ordering and kitchen operations as required. Follow workplace health and safety procedures and ensure kitchen equipment is used safely. Qualification &





experience Certificate IV in commercial cookery and Diploma in Hospitality management or any relevant qualification. Minimum 1 years of relevant full-time experience in a professional kitchen, restaurant or similar food-service establishment.

Experience in Indian cuisine and vegetarian food preparation is highly desirable. Demonstrated ability to plan food preparation and coordinate kitchen activities. Knowledge of menu planning, recipe development, ingredient selection and food costing.

Experience monitoring food quality, portion sizes and presentation. Understanding of food purchasing, stock control and inventory management. Knowledge of food safety, hygiene and safe food storage practices.

Ability to guide kitchen staff and maintain consistent cooking standards. Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage competing priorities during busy service periods.

A commitment to maintaining high standards of food quality, customer satisfaction and workplace safety. Ability and willingness to work a minimum of 38 ordinary hours per week, with reasonable additional hours as required by operational needs.

About

Company G13 The Veg Express operates in the hospitality and food-service industry, offering Indian cuisine with a focus on vegetarian food options. G13 The Veg Express aims to provide customers with enjoyable food experiences through consistent flavours, appropriate food presentation and reliable service. The Chef will contribute to these objectives by coordinating kitchen activities, maintaining food quality and hygiene standards, and supporting the continued delivery of quality dishes.

Work Type: Full time Salary: $75000-95000 Job Publish: 14-10-2026 Job Expire: 13-11-2026 Apply on: Chef Job here! This job is brought to you by workinitiatives.com.au.

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