Description

Position: Dosa Chef / South Indian Cuisine Chef
Department: Kitchen Operations
Restaurant: Dosa Hut
Location: Harris Park / Tallawong, NSW, Australia
Reports To: Head Chef / Kitchen Manager

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and skilled Dosa Chef specialising in authentic South Indian cuisine. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing a wide variety of dosas, maintaining consistent food quality, ensuring efficient kitchen operations and following food safety and hygiene standards.

The Dosa Chef must demonstrate expertise in dosa batter preparation, fermentation, cooking techniques, fillings, chutneys and traditional South Indian flavours.

Key Responsibilities

1. Dosa Preparation and Cooking

- Prepare and cook different varieties of dosas, including Plain Dosa, Masala Dosa, Mysore Masala Dosa, Rava Dosa, Onion Dosa, Ghee Dosa and Podi Dosa.
- Prepare specialty dosas, including Paneer Dosa, Chicken Dosa, Lamb Dosa, Cheese Dosa and Chef's Special Dosa.
- Ensure dosas are cooked to the correct texture, crispiness, colour and consistency.
- Maintain appropriate cooking temperatures and control oil, ghee and butter usage.
- Follow standard recipes, presentation guidelines and portion sizes.
- Ensure customer orders are prepared accurately and within expected service times.

2. Batter Preparation and Fermentation
- Prepare dosa batter using rice, lentils and other required ingredients.
- Monitor batter fermentation, texture, thickness and consistency.
- Maintain appropriate batter storage temperatures and hygiene standards.
- Ensure sufficient batter is available for daily restaurant operations.
- Minimise batter wastage and maintain freshness.

3. Fillings and Accompaniments
- Prepare traditional potato masala and other vegetarian dosa fillings.
- Prepare paneer, chicken and lamb fillings according to standard recipes.
- Assist in preparing chutneys, sambar and other South Indian accompaniments.




- Maintain consistency in spice levels, flavour and ingredient quantities.
- Ensure proper storage, labelling and stock rotation of prepared ingredients.

4. Kitchen Operations
- Organise and maintain the dosa cooking station before, during and after service.
- Ensure ingredients and equipment are ready before peak trading hours.
- Coordinate with kitchen staff to manage customer orders efficiently.
- Manage multiple orders during busy lunch and dinner services.
- Maintain the cleanliness of dosa hotplates, cooking utensils and preparation areas.
- Report equipment faults or maintenance requirements to management.

5. Food Safety and Hygiene
- Comply with Australian food safety standards and restaurant hygiene procedures.
- Follow correct food handling, cooking, cooling and storage procedures.
- Prevent cross-contamination between vegetarian and non-vegetarian ingredients.
- Follow established allergen management procedures, including identifying ingredients containing peanuts, dairy, gluten and other allergens.
- Communicate declared customer allergies to the kitchen manager and relevant team members.
- Never assume an ingredient or dish is allergen-free without verification.
- Maintain personal hygiene, clean uniforms and a safe working environment.

6. Inventory and Waste Management
- Monitor daily ingredient consumption and stock requirements.
- Inform the Head Chef or Kitchen Manager about stock shortages.
- Follow FIFO (First In, First Out) stock rotation procedures.
- Control portion sizes and minimise food wastage.




- Assist with daily food preparation planning and stock management.

7. Quality Control and Teamwork
- Maintain consistent taste, quality and presentation across all dosa varieties.
- Follow approved restaurant recipes and operational procedures.
- Assist in training junior chefs and kitchen assistants in dosa preparation techniques.
- Cooperate with kitchen and service teams to ensure smooth operations.
- Support the development and improvement of new dosa menu items.
- Maintain professionalism, discipline and teamwork during service.

Skills and Experience Required

- Previous experience working as a Dosa Chef or South Indian Cuisine Chef.
- Strong knowledge of traditional South Indian cooking techniques.
- Experience preparing dosa batter and managing fermentation.
- Ability to prepare a wide variety of traditional and specialty dosas.
- Experience working in a high-volume restaurant kitchen.
- Knowledge of Australian food safety and hygiene requirements.
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure.
- Robust organisational and time-management skills.
- Ability to maintain consistency in food quality and presentation.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.

Key Performance Expectations

- Consistent quality, taste and presentation of dosas.
- Timely preparation of customer orders.
- Proper batter preparation and fermentation management.
- Minimal ingredient and food wastage.
- Compliance with food safety and allergen management procedures.
- Clean and organised cooking stations.
- Positive teamwork and efficient kitchen operations.

Employment Requirements

- Availability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and public holidays.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
- Commitment to maintaining high food quality and customer satisfaction.
- Compliance with restaurant policies, workplace safety requirements and reasonable management directions.

📌 Hiring Dosa Chef / South Indian Cuisine Chef (Harris Park)
🏢 Pavan
📍 Harris Park