Chef

Employer: Karingal Villa Pty. Ltd. T/A Tandoori Patake
Position: Chef / Sous Chef
Salary: $75,000 to $85,000 Plus Super
Location: Bendigo, VIC, 3550
Mode: Full Time
Experience: 1-2 years’ experience

Karingal Villa Pty. Ltd., trading as Tandoori Patake, is a popular Indian restaurant in Bendigo, Victoria, which was established in 2016. The restaurant is well-known for its authentic food and excellent customer service, attracting both locals and visitors. Over the years, it has become an important part of Bendigo’s dining scene.

Tandoori Patake is not only a great place to eat but also a successful business. Its strong financial performance and ongoing growth show that it can meet customer needs while staying true to its commitment to quality. The restaurant also plays an important role in the local community by creating job opportunities and offering training programs that help people develop valuable skills in hospitality.

As a potential training sponsor, Tandoori Patake offers a great environment for trainees to learn specialised skills in authentic Indian cooking, customer service, and restaurant management. The business has a strong record of helping trainees gain practical, hands-on experience with support from skilled professionals. This focus on training contributes to building a skilled workforce in Australia, with individuals who are ready to meet the demands of the hospitality industry.

The restaurant blends traditional values with modern practices, using technology such as online booking systems and efficient kitchen workflows to improve service and streamline operations. This mix of tradition and modernity helps the business grow and creates an ideal learning space for trainees to develop their skills.

In summary, Karingal Villa Pty. Ltd. is ready to be a training provider, offering a supportive and structured learning environment. The business’s commitment to excellence in both its operations and training ensures that trainees gain the skills and knowledge they need to grow in their careers in hospitality.

Key Responsibilities:
• Planning, preparing, and cooking a diverse range of Indian dishes, including tandoori items, curries, biryanis, Indian-Chinese dishes, and traditional Indian desserts.
• Performing weekly stock checks, managing inventory, and ensuring the efficient use of ingredients.
• Preparing and cutting vegetables and meats before service hours to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• Ordering, receiving, and storing stock deliveries as per food safety and hygiene standards.
• Operating kitchen equipment such as ovens, grills, tandoors, flat-top grills, and microwaves while following standard cooking procedures.
• Ensuring compliance with Health & Safety regulations to maintain a safe and hygienic work environment.
• Supervising and mentoring kitchen staff, allocating tasks, and ensuring kitchen operations run efficiently.
• Generating employee schedules, managing work assignments, and determining appropriate compensation rates.
• Collaborating with Managers, Dietitians, and kitchen staff to discuss food preparation, menu changes, and dietary requirements.
• Producing authentic Indian snacks such as samosas, chaat, and puri.
• Preparing sauces, accompaniments, soups, and marinades essential for Indian cuisine.
• Ensuring consistency in food presentation, portioning, and taste across all menu items.

To be successful in this role, it is essential you have:
• Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent as a minimum qualification.
• Proven experience in preparing authentic Indian vegetarian and non-vegetarian cuisine, including tandoori breads and specialty dishes.
• Creativity and passion for Indian food with the ability to maintain consistency in quality and presentation.
• Strong time management skills and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• A thorough understanding of OH&S and Food Safety regulations.
• High standards of personal presentation and kitchen cleanliness.
• Availability to work flexible hours, including days, nights, weekends, split shifts, and public holidays

Please note, your base will be in Bendigo. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.