INDIAN CURRY CHEF – LEAD ROLE
Job Type/Position: Full-Time Indian Curry Chef
Work Location: Hello India Bunbury, inside Parks Tavern, 1 Bussell Highway, Carey Park, Bunbury WA 6230 (corner Bussell Hwy & Brittain St)
Work Authorization: Australia(preferred)
Company: Ambika Kitchens Pty Ltd (family-owned)
Hello India Bunbury is a family-owned Indian restaurant with a diverse menu and a growing catering arm for parties and events. We are looking for an experienced Curry Chef to work side by side with the owners and kitchen team in a busy Indian kitchen, helping to strengthen our systems through consistent recipes, portion control, practical food cost awareness and strong teamwork.
Responsibilities:
· Prepare and cook a range of Indian curries and gravies to a consistent standard.
· Work across diverse Hello India Menu, supporting other sections as needed.
· Lead and support preparation on daily basis and for catering and party orders, including ordering, planning, prep, portions and quality for larger volumes.
· Ensure consistency in food quality, service timing, portion control and presentation for dine-in, takeaway and catering.
· Work with the owners on practical food cost awareness and menu costing within agreed targets.
· Work on kitchen systems and documentation (clear recipes and methods that others can follow).
· Take charge of ordering, stock control, wastage reduction and day-to-day kitchen cleanliness and organization.
· Always maintain high food safety and hygiene standards.
· Contribute ideas for new recipes and specials and help improve existing dishes while keeping them consistent and cost-effective.
Requirements:
· Minimum 3 years’ experience as an Indian Chef / Curry Chef in a busy restaurant.
· Strong knowledge of Indian curries, gravies and spices.
· Comfortable working beyond one section and willing to learn different styles on the
menu.
· Experience or strong interest in portion control, costing dishes and recipe
standardization (recipe cards).
· Good communication, teamwork and time-management skills; calm under pressure in a small, family-business environment.
· Formal cookery qualification (e.g. Certificate III/IV in Commercial Cookery) is highly
regarded.
· Food Safety Supervisor training (SITSS00069 Food Safety Supervision Skill Set) is an
advantage.
· Experience with catering/banquets and/or Indian desserts (sweets/mithai) will be considered a strong plus.
What we offer:
· Salary negotiable, with an expected range of 70,000 to 85,000 AUD per year plus super, depending on experience and skills.
· Staff meals on shift.
· Visa sponsorship may be available for the right candidate.
· A friendly, hands-on family environment and a chance to help shape our menu, systems and catering.
· Opportunity to grow with us over time as we expand our catering and future projects.
How to apply:
Please apply with your CV and a short note about:
• Your experience with Indian curries and working across different styles.
• Any experience you have with portion control, costing dishes, recipe cards or catering.
Send applications to [email protected] or drop your résumé in person at:
Hello India Bunbury,
Inside Park Tavern,
Crn 1- Bussell Hwy & Brittain St,
Bunbury WA 6230.