Chef Position Available – SAI 541 Pty Ltd t/a Lala’s Kitchen

Chef Position Available – SAI 541 Pty Ltd t/a Lala’s Kitchen

Job Title: Chef

Location: Victoria

Employment Type: Full-time

Salary: 70,000 to 80,000 AUD plus superannuation

About Us

We are a well-loved Indian restaurant committed to bringing authentic, bold and high-quality Indian cuisine to our guests in Melbourne. With decades of culinary passion and a menu crafted from traditional recipes and fresh ingredients, we strive to create delicious experiences that keep diners coming back. We are now looking for a passionate and experienced Chef to join our team and help elevate our flavours and offerings even further.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, prepare, and cook a wide range of authentic Indian dishes, including chicken curry, Prawns Lollypop, Fish Kali Mirch, Harabhara Kebab, Stuffed mushrooms, Malabar Meen Curry, Eggplant Crostini, Tawa Paneer Takatak, Lamb Bowl and many more.
• Preparation of breads like Naan, Roti, Aloo Paratha, Chilly Cheese Naan etc.
• Plan and organise the preparation and cooking of high-quality food in dining and catering establishments.
• Ensure the consistent quality of food and presentation, maintaining high standards of taste and appearance.
• Planning the menus, estimating food and labour costs, monitoring inventory and ordering food supplies.
• Prepare and cook food according to dietary and allergy requirements, ensuring customer satisfaction and safety.
• Discuss and develop new menu items and special dishes, keeping up with industry trends and customer preferences.
• Maintain a clean, organised and ensure strict compliance with hygiene and food safety requirements.
• Train and supervise kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to recipes, cooking techniques and quality standards.
• Oversee food preparation during busy periods, ensuring smooth service and timely delivery.
• Monitor portion sizes and food waste to ensure cost-effective kitchen operations.
• Collaborate with management to plan and execute catering services for special events and functions.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Minimum qualification is a Diploma in Hospitality. Adequate experience may be acceptable in lieu of formal qualifications.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Chef
• Deep understanding of traditional Indian cooking techniques, spices and ingredients.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and manage multiple orders simultaneously.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about cooking and take pride in your work, we want to hear from you! Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and suitability for the role.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.