Adzguru Exports LLP
Website:
adzguruexports.com
Job details:
Position: Head Chef – North Indian Cuisine
Work Location: Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience Required: Minimum 8 to 10 years
Salary: Negotiable, based on experience and skills
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and skilled Head Chef specialising in North Indian Cuisine to lead our kitchen team in Cairns, Australia.
The successful candidate will have strong expertise in authentic North Indian cooking, excellent kitchen management skills, and the ability to maintain high standards of food quality, consistency, presentation, hygiene, and service.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the kitchen team and oversee daily kitchen operations.
- Prepare and supervise the preparation of authentic North Indian cuisine, including curries, tandoori dishes, kebabs, breads, vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes.
- Maintain consistent taste, quality, portion sizes, and presentation across all dishes.
- Manage food preparation, kitchen workflow, and service during busy periods.
- Monitor stock levels, ingredient quality, food costs, and minimise wastage.
- Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and workplace health and safety standards.
- Train and guide kitchen staff to maintain consistent cooking and presentation standards.
- Assist with menu planning and development of new North Indian dishes.
- Maintain a clean, organised, and professional kitchen environment.
- Work closely with restaurant management to ensure smooth and efficient kitchen operations.
Requirements
- Minimum 8 to 10 years of professional experience as a Chef, with strong experience in North Indian Cuisine.
- Previous experience in a Head Chef or senior kitchen management role will be highly regarded.
- Candidates with previous experience working in 4-star or 5-star hotels/restaurants are preferred.
- Strong knowledge of authentic North Indian cooking techniques, ingredients, spices, and traditional dishes.
- Excellent understanding of both vegetarian and non-vegetarian North Indian cuisine.
- Good English proficiency is mandatory, with the ability to communicate effectively with management and kitchen staff.
- Strong leadership, team management, and organisational skills.
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a busy commercial kitchen.
- Good knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.
- Must hold a valid passport.
- Must be relocate to work in Cairns, Queensland, Australia.
Additional Advantage
- Candidates who have completed a recognised English language skill assessment/test or can provide evidence of English language proficiency will be considered an added advantage.
- Previous experience in premium restaurants, 4-star or 5-star hotels, or international hospitality environments will be highly regarded.
Salary
Salary is negotiable and will be determined based on the candidate's experience, skills, qualifications, and overall suitability for the position.
How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements are invited to submit their updated CV/resume along with details of their relevant experience and passport availability for consideration.
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