The Client
Ziyka Restaurant located in Carlton in Melbourne and has become a popular authentic Desi cuisine restaurant offering a wide variety of desi food including curries, barbequed meats and Biryanis, among others. They are currently looking for experienced Chefs to join their team.
The Role
This is for a full time role with an annual salary of $72,000 to $82,000, depending on experience plus superannuation.
The Responsibilities
Your tasks at the restaurant will consist of:
Examine food to ensure quality and presentation
Cooking variety of dishes from the menu and on pans with guidance of head chef
Using different methods of cooking such as tandoori cooking, frying, steaming, boiling and grilling
Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
Portioning food, placing it on plates, and adding gravies, sauces and garnishes
Regulating temperatures of ovens, grills and other cooking equipment maintain them in good working condition
Reporting to management if any maintenance is required
Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment
Order raw materials to supplier as per business need
Review menu with head chef and contribute to some seasonal changes to the menu
Follow and maintain all OH&SC requirement for safe kitchen operations.
Clean and maintain work area and kitchen equipment
Setting up and stocking stations with all necessary supplies
Assist with the ordering of supplies
Cooking menu items in co-operation with the rest of the kitchen staff
Assist in the development of the menu in consultation with the restaurant manager
Supervising and training new staff as and when required
The Requirements:
To be considered for the position you must meet the following requirements:
Relevant qualifications in cookery or hospitality
Knowledge and experience in modern and authentic desi cuisine
At least 2 years of commercial cooking experience as a Chef
Must be experienced in working with chicken and lamb proteins
At least 2 years of menu planning experience
Must have at least 2 years’ experience cooking over charcoal stove
Experience and knowledge in desi cuisine is essential
Experience in adherence to recipe & portion control, as well as ordering and stock control
Ability to follow instruction & take direction
Excellent time management and attention to detail
Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team
Be available to work on weekends to deal with many customers
Available for split shifts and weekend work typical of hospitality
Preferably Australian citizen or permanent residents
Ziyka Restaurant located in Carlton in Melbourne and has become a popular authentic Desi cuisine restaurant offering a wide variety of desi food including curries, barbequed meats and Biryanis, among others. They are currently looking for experienced Chefs to join their team.
The Role
This is for a full time role with an annual salary of $72,000 to $82,000, depending on experience plus superannuation.
The Responsibilities
Your tasks at the restaurant will consist of:
Examine food to ensure quality and presentation
Cooking variety of dishes from the menu and on pans with guidance of head chef
Using different methods of cooking such as tandoori cooking, frying, steaming, boiling and grilling
Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
Portioning food, placing it on plates, and adding gravies, sauces and garnishes
Regulating temperatures of ovens, grills and other cooking equipment maintain them in good working condition
Reporting to management if any maintenance is required
Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment
Order raw materials to supplier as per business need
Review menu with head chef and contribute to some seasonal changes to the menu
Follow and maintain all OH&SC requirement for safe kitchen operations.
Clean and maintain work area and kitchen equipment
Setting up and stocking stations with all necessary supplies
Assist with the ordering of supplies
Cooking menu items in co-operation with the rest of the kitchen staff
Assist in the development of the menu in consultation with the restaurant manager
Supervising and training new staff as and when required
The Requirements:
To be considered for the position you must meet the following requirements:
Relevant qualifications in cookery or hospitality
Knowledge and experience in modern and authentic desi cuisine
At least 2 years of commercial cooking experience as a Chef
Must be experienced in working with chicken and lamb proteins
At least 2 years of menu planning experience
Must have at least 2 years’ experience cooking over charcoal stove
Experience and knowledge in desi cuisine is essential
Experience in adherence to recipe & portion control, as well as ordering and stock control
Ability to follow instruction & take direction
Excellent time management and attention to detail
Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team
Be available to work on weekends to deal with many customers
Available for split shifts and weekend work typical of hospitality
Preferably Australian citizen or permanent residents
