COOK – INDIAN EVENT CATERING

Pure Heart Events | Melbourne, VIC

Full-Time Permanent | Thursday to Sunday
38 Hours Per Week
Proposed Salary: $80,000–$90,000 per annum + superannuation

About Pure Heart Events

Pure Heart Events is a growing Melbourne-based events and catering business that has been operating for approximately two years.

We specialise in Indian catering for weddings, birthdays, housewarming ceremonies, cultural celebrations, private functions and community events. Our services include traditional South Indian cuisine, vegetarian and non-vegetarian menus, biryani, snacks, live cooking stations and customised event catering.

Due to increasing catering bookings and the expansion of our commercial kitchen operations, we are seeking an experienced Cook to join our existing kitchen team on a full-time basis.

About the Position

This role is primarily based in our commercial kitchen, with occasional off-site catering duties for events and functions.

The successful applicant will work closely with our Head Chef and catering team to prepare high-quality food for functions of different sizes.

Working Days: Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Hours: 38 hours per week, with rosters based on catering preparation and event schedules
Salary: $80,000–$90,000 per annum plus superannuation, subject to final classification and market-rate confirmation

Key Responsibilities

- Prepare, cook and present authentic Indian dishes for catering orders, private functions and large events.
- Prepare South Indian dishes, vegetarian and non-vegetarian curries, biryani, rice dishes, appetisers and traditional snacks.
- Undertake bulk food preparation and cooking for events of varying sizes.
- Prepare ingredients, sauces, gravies and accompaniments in accordance with recipes and quality standards.




- Support live cooking and food service stations at catered events when required.
- Coordinate preparation schedules and food quantities with the Head Chef.
- Monitor food quality, portion consistency, presentation and serving temperatures.
- Follow food safety, hygiene, allergen management and temperature-control requirements.
- Assist with ingredient storage, stock rotation, inventory checks and reducing food wastage.
- Maintain a clean, organised and safe commercial kitchen.
- Work collaboratively with the kitchen and catering team to ensure timely event preparation and service.

Skills and Experience

- Relevant commercial cooking experience.
- A relevant commercial cookery qualification or equivalent skills and experience.
- Strong practical knowledge of Indian cuisine, particularly South Indian dishes and biryani preparation.
- Experience in catering, commercial kitchen operations or high-volume food preparation is highly regarded.
- Good understanding of food safety, hygiene and safe food handling procedures.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong organisational skills and ability to work under pressure during busy event periods.
- Availability to work Thursday to Sunday, including weekend event schedules.

What We Offer

- Full-time permanent employment with a growing catering business.
- Competitive remuneration.
- Work in a commercial kitchen and at catered events.
- Supportive team environment.
- Opportunities to develop experience in large-scale event catering.

How to Apply

Please apply with your current resume and details of relevant qualifications and cooking experience.

Employer: Pure Heart Events
Location: Hoppers Crossing, Victoria
Employment: Full-Time Permanent

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates who have the right to work in Australia.

Pay: $80,000.00 – $90,000.00 per year

Perks:

- Free food
- Travel reimbursement

Work Location: In person

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