Cook/Chef
- Prepare and cook a variety of Indian dishes including curries and tandoori specialities.
- Ensure food quality, presentation, and compliance with food safety standards.
- Coordinate with kitchen staff to ensure timely preparation and service of orders.
Cook – Indian Cuisine
POSITION: Cook
COMPANY: Dhiman Enterprises Pty Ltd trading as Tandoori Nights
SALARY: $72,000 – $80,000 per annum, plus superannuation
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-time, Permanent
LOCATION: Cairns North QLD 4870
About Tandoori Nights
Tandoori Nights is one of Cairns' most celebrated Indian dining experiences, built on a reputation for authentic cuisine, genuine hospitality, and a vibrant atmosphere. We are proud of the culture we have created one built on teamwork, quality, and a shared love of great food and service.
As we continue to grow, we are looking for an experienced and motivated Cook to join our kitchen team and help us maintain the quality, flavour and consistency of our dishes.
About the Role
The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of Indian dishes, maintaining food quality and presentation, and ensuring that kitchen operations meet food safety and hygiene standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook a variety of Indian dishes, including curries, tandoori specialities, vegetarian meals and accompaniments.
- Prepare ingredients, sauces, marinades and spice blends using traditional Indian cooking techniques.
- Monitor the quality, taste, portion sizes and presentation of dishes.
- Ensure food is prepared and stored in accordance with food safety and hygiene requirements.
- Maintain cleanliness and organisation of kitchen work areas and equipment.
- Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering ingredients when required.
- Preparing food to meet special dietary requirements where necessary.
- Minimise food wastage and maintain efficient kitchen operations.
- Portioning food, placing it on plates, and adding gravies, sauces and garnishes
- Coordinate with other kitchen staff to ensure orders are prepared and served on time.
- Follow workplace health and safety procedures.
Skills and Experience
- A minimum of one year of relevant experience working in a commercial kitchen is required.
- Relevant qualifications in commercial cookery or equivalent practical experience.
- Experience preparing Indian cuisine and working with traditional spices and cooking techniques is preferred.
- Knowledge of food safety, hygiene and safe food-handling practices.
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a busy restaurant environment.
- Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
- Availability to work evenings, weekends and public holidays as required.
What We Offer
- Full-time, permanent employment.
- A supportive and professional working environment.
- The opportunity to work with a team passionate about authentic Indian cuisine and quality service.
How to Apply
If you have relevant kitchen experience and a passion for preparing quality Indian food, we encourage you to apply.
Please submit your resume outlining your relevant skills and experience.
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