Chef - Full Time, Permanent

About the Company

Desi Adda is a vibrant Indian restaurant brand with a strong presence in Australia, serving authentic Indian cuisine since 1995. Our Surfers Paradise outlet in Queensland is located at Circle on Cavill, right in the heart of the Gold Coast. We pride ourselves on delivering bold flavours, warm hospitality, and a lively dining experience that blends traditional recipes with modern presentation.

Role Purpose

The Chef at Desi Adda plays a central role in delivering authentic Indian cuisine that reflects the restaurant’s reputation for bold flavours and vibrant dining experiences. This position is responsible for preparing high‑quality dishes across curries, tandoori, biryani, and street food categories, ensuring consistency, freshness, and presentation standards that align with Desi Adda’s brand.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and cook authentic Indian dishes including curries, tandoori, biryani, and street food, ensuring flavour consistency and presentation standards.
• Develop menus that balance traditional recipes with seasonal produce, catering to vegetarian, vegan, and non‑vegetarian preferences.
• Supervise kitchen staff, allocate tasks, and provide training to maintain efficiency and quality during service.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene regulations, and workplace health standards.
• Monitor stock levels, order supplies, and manage inventory to minimise waste and control costs.
• Adapt recipes and cooking methods to meet dietary requirements (gluten‑free, vegan, etc.) and customer preferences.
• Maintain kitchen equipment and oversee cleaning schedules to ensure a safe and functional work environment.
• Collaborate with management to design promotional menus, special events, and seasonal offerings.
• Oversee portion control and presentation, ensuring dishes meet Desi Adda’s brand standards.

What We Are Looking For (Requirements)

• Minimum one (1) year of relevant chef or commercial kitchen experience.
• Relevant qualification in Commercial Cookery, Hospitality, Culinary Arts, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, and kitchen operations.
• Understanding of food safety, hygiene, and safe work practices.
• Ability to work under pressure in a busy restaurant environment.

Why Join Us

• Competitive salary range of AUD $75,000 – $85,000.
• Supportive and professional kitchen environment.