Chef – Full-Time
Flaming Karachi – Pakistani & Indian Restaurant
About Us
Flaming Karachi is an established Pakistani and Indian restaurant located in Ferndale, Western Australia.
We specialise in authentic Pakistani and Indian cuisine and are seeking a skilled and experienced Chef to join our professional kitchen team.
The successful applicant will work as a Chef de Partie, contributing to food preparation, cooking, menu planning and the efficient operation of our busy commercial kitchen.
Key Responsibilities
Plan and develop menus specialising in authentic Pakistani and Indian cuisine, including reviewing existing dishes and introducing new menu items.
Plan and organise food preparation and cooking activities within the designated kitchen section to ensure efficient daily operations.
Prepare and cook a variety of traditional Pakistani and Indian dishes using specialised culinary techniques, including tandoor cooking, curries, marinades and spice preparation.
Estimate food and labour costs, determine ingredient requirements and assist with menu pricing and cost control.
Monitor the quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation, ensuring consistency in taste, portion sizes and culinary standards.
Coordinate with the Head Chef and other kitchen sections to organise workflow, manage service priorities and maintain efficient kitchen operations.
Supervise and guide kitchen staff, allocate preparation tasks and ensure adherence to established recipes and cooking procedures.




Demonstrate specialised cooking techniques and provide training on food preparation methods, presentation and kitchen procedures.
Monitor stock levels, assess ingredient quality, coordinate food orders and minimise wastage.
Ensure compliance with Food Safety Standards, HACCP principles and Workplace Health and Safety WHS regulations.
Maintain a clean, organised and hygienic kitchen setting at all times.
Contribute to continuous improvement of kitchen operations, menu offerings and food quality standards.
Qualifications and Experience
Applicants should demonstrate:
A relevantCertificate IV in Commercial Cookery/Kitchen Management or equivalent qualification.
Relevant higher qualifications will also be considered.
At least1 year of relevant experienceworking as a Chef in a commercial kitchen.
Demonstrated experience preparing Pakistani and Indian cuisine, including traditional cooking techniques.
Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene and commercial kitchen procedures.
Experience coordinating kitchen sections and supervising junior staff.
Good organisational, communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to maintain consistent food quality in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
What We Offer
Permanent full-time employment.
Competitive annual salary of $80,000–$85,000 plus superannuation.
Supportive and professional kitchen environment.
Stable employment with an established restaurant.
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