Cook

Flavours of India

Locations: Katherine and Alice Springs, NT

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: $70,000 - $80,000 per annum + superannuation

About Flavours of India

Flavours of India is seeking experienced and motivated Cooks to join our kitchen teams in Katherine and Alice Springs, Northern Territory.

We are looking for reliable and skilled individuals with commercial cooking experience who can prepare quality meals while maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene, presentation and kitchen operations.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Inspecting ingredients and food products to ensure they meet required quality and freshness standards.

• Monitoring and adjusting the temperatures of ovens, grills and other cooking equipment to ensure food is cooked appropriately.

• Preparing and cooking a variety of dishes in accordance with recipes and established kitchen standards.

• Adding appropriate seasoning and flavours throughout the cooking process.

• Portioning and plating meals and adding gravies, sauces and garnishes to achieve consistent presentation.

• Ensuring ingredients and prepared foods are stored safely in appropriate temperature-controlled facilities.

• Preparing meals to accommodate special dietary requirements and customer needs.

• Assisting with menu planning and estimating the quantities of food and ingredients required.

• Providing training and guidance to other kitchen staff and apprentices where required.

• Maintaining clean and hygienic food preparation, cooking and storage areas.

• Following food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety procedures.

• Working collaboratively with kitchen and service staff to ensure meals are prepared efficiently and on time.

Skills and Experience

The successful applicant should have:

• At least one year of relevant previous work experience as a Cook or in a similar commercial cooking role.

• Experience preparing and cooking food in a commercial kitchen environment.

• Sound knowledge of food preparation and cooking techniques.

• Ability to safely operate ovens, grills and other commercial kitchen equipment.

• Good understanding of food safety, hygiene and temperature-controlled food storage.

• Ability to maintain consistent standards of food quality, portioning and presentation.

• Ability to prepare meals to meet special dietary requirements.

• Strong organisational and time-management skills.

• Ability to work efficiently in a busy kitchen environment.

• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Qualifications and Experience

A relevant qualification in Commercial Cookery or an equivalent field is preferred.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume outlining your qualifications, relevant work experience.

Australian citizens and Permanent residents are encouraged to apply.