Join a Busy & Reputable Indian Restaurant with a Big Seating Capacity

We are a thriving and fast-paced Indian restaurant located in Shellharbour, proudly serving authentic North Indian cuisine and modern Indian fusion. As our business continues to grow, we are looking for a skilled and experienced Indian Chef/Cook to join our dedicated kitchen team.

Whether you're a curry specialist, a tandoor expert, or have strong entree plating skills – we want to hear from you!

What We’re Looking For:

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience working in an Indian kitchen
• Ability to perform under pressure during busy service periods
• Strong skills in tandoor cooking, curry preparation, and entrée plating
• Understanding of Indian spices, marination techniques, and traditional cooking methods
• Excellent kitchen hygiene and food safety practices
• Team player with a can-do attitude and willingness to adapt
• Availability to work nights and weekends

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook authentic Indian curries (vegetarian and non-vegetarian)
• Operate and manage the tandoor oven for naan, roti, and tandoori meats
• Handle starters such as samosas, pakoras, kebabs, and Indian-style entrees
• Maintain consistent portion control and quality of dishes
• Assist with daily mise en place and kitchen prep
• Monitor stock levels and assist in ordering ingredients
• Maintain cleanliness of the kitchen area and adhere to OH&S standards
• Train junior staff or kitchen hands when needed

Sponsorship & Visa Support:

We are open to all forms of visa sponsorship for the right candidate – including 482, 494, 186, 491 or PR pathway options. If you're already in Australia or looking to migrate with the right skillset, we’d love to speak with you.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Shellharbour NSW 2529: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Indian Cooking: 2 years (Required)
• Must have Certificate III in Commercial Cookery/Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery/Diploma of Hospitality Management