A very popular Indian restaurant, located in West Richmond, South Australia, are looking for their next skilled and passionate Chef to join their busy team! SkillQuest Solutions are seeking a qualified and experienced Chef on behalf of our client, who are renowned for their authentic Indian cuisine and traditional sweets. The restaurant offers a diverse menu from festive mithai to street-style chaat, alongside classic dishes such as butter chicken, biryani, and freshly made naan, and a vibrant selection of Indian desserts, like Gulab jamun and mango kulfi. With its welcoming atmosphere and high-quality cuisine, this restaurant has become a go-to spot for both dine-in and takeaway, catering to the local community and visitors seeking genuine Indian flavours in Adelaide’s western suburbs. Position - Chef Location – West Richmond, South Australia 5033 Salary - $77,000 - $80,000 plus superannuation per annum Employment Type - Full-time, Permanent THE ROLE: We are seeking a talented and passionate Chef to join and lead a friendly and dynamic team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a fast-paced, creative environment focussed on delivering high-quality cuisine with exceptional presentation and consistency. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: • Lead and motivate the kitchen team to consistently deliver exceptional results. • Oversee and actively participate in the preparation and cooking of food and dishes for dine-in and takeaway services. • Assist the management team in the developing and planning of menus and calculating food quantities and associated costs. • Manage the costing, budgeting, ordering of food and kitchen supplies. • Monitor food quality, presentation and portion control, ensuring only the freshest, locally sourced ingredients are used. • Assist in the hiring, onboarding, rostering and training of new kitchen staff. • Monitor and maintain kitchen hygiene, storage and food handling standards. • Adhere to OH&S and Food Safety regulations. This role demands leadership, organisational excellence and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment whilst maintaining a passion for delivering innovative and exceptional cuisine. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR: • Relevant qualification, such as a Diploma of Hospitality Management - Commercial Cookery (or agreed equivalent). • Minimum of 1 year (preferably more) experience as a Chef in a busy restaurant (preferably in Indian cuisine). • Experience in managing a team in a fast-paced environment, whilst maintaining high standards and morale. • Understanding of costing, portioning and kitchen management. • Knowledge of OH&S and Food Safety regulations. • Excellent communication and organisational skills. • A great work ethic and a drive to make a lasting impact. • Available to work across weekdays and weekends. • You must have unrestricted working rights to work full time in Australia to be eligible for consideration. WHAT IS ON OFFER: • A competitive salary of $77,000 to $80,000 plus superannuation per annum. • An opportunity to work in a fast-paced kitchen specialising in authentic Indian cuisine and traditional sweets. • A supportive team environment where your culinary skills are valued. HOW TO APPLY: If you meet the above criteria and are ready for your next career move, we welcome your application. Apply online through this website and attach your most recent resume. Whilst SkillQuest Solutions appreciates all applications, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
