Kaira and Oscar Pty Ltd About the Role: Curry Twist Indian Cuisine is an authentic Indian restaurant located in Kingston, ACT. We are managed by KAIRA AND OSCAR PTY LTD and are currently seeking a skilled, passionate, full-time Cook specializing in traditional Indian curries and gravies to join our commercial kitchen team. You will be responsible for preparing traditional base gravies, roasting spices, executing menu items, maintaining a fast-paced section, and ensuring strict compliance with food health and safety regulations.

Key Duties &

Responsibilities

- Prepare and cook authentic Indian curries, specialized vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes, and traditional appetizers using accurate spice profiles.
- Prepare, simmer, and store large-batch traditional base gravies (makhani, korma, onion-tomato bases) to maintain consistent flavor profiles.
- Measure, blend, and grind whole spices and aromatics according to traditional recipes.
- Regulate kitchen equipment temperatures, including high-pressure commercial gas burners and boiling tables.
- Portion food accurately, arrange dishes professionally, and apply traditional garnishes.
- Maintain accurate inventory counts, monitor stock levels, and store ingredients under strict food safety guidelines.
- Clean, sanitize, and maintain kitchen equipment, workspaces, and food storage areas according to standard ACT health regulations.

Requirements &

Qualifications

- Relevant trade qualification (such as an Australian AQF Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery, or equivalent international qualification).
- Minimum of 1 year of full-time experience cooking Indian cuisine in a commercial restaurant environment.
- Deep understanding of authentic Indian curry techniques, base gravies, and complex spice blending.
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure during peak weekend lunch and dinner services.





Benefits Competitive salary of $79,500 Superannuation Full-time permanent position in a supportive kitchen team Great location in Kingston, ACT Task &

responsibilities Prepare and cook authentic Indian curries, specialized vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes, and traditional appetizers using precise spice profiles.

Prepare, simmer, and store large-batch traditional base gravies (makhani, korma, onion-tomato bases) to maintain consistent flavor profiles.

Measure, blend, and grind whole spices and aromatics according to traditional recipes.

Regulate kitchen equipment temperatures, including high-pressure commercial gas burners and boiling tables.

Portion food accurately, arrange dishes professionally, and apply traditional garnishes.

Maintain accurate inventory counts, monitor stock levels, and store ingredients under strict food safety guidelines.

Clean, sanitize, and maintain kitchen equipment, workspaces, and food storage areas according to standard ACT health regulations. Qualification &

experience Relevant trade qualification (such as an Australian AQF Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery, or equivalent international qualification).

Minimum of 1 year of full-time experience cooking Indian cuisine in a commercial restaurant environment.

Deep understanding of authentic Indian curry techniques, base gravies, and complex spice blending.

Ability to work efficiently under pressure during peak weekend lunch and dinner services.

About Company Curry Twist Indian

Cuisine provides premium, high-quality, authentic Indian regional dining experiences to the Kingston and broader Canberra community. Managed by KAIRA AND OSCAR PTY LTD, we foster a supportive, high-performance, and inclusive team culture focused on culinary excellence and rigorous food hygiene standards.

Work Type: Full time Salary: $79500-79500 Job Publish: 07-11-2026 Job Expire: 07-12-2026 Apply on: Cook ( Indian curry specialist) Job here! This job is brought to you by workinitiatives.com.au.

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