Chef

Dawaat Indian Restaurant operates as a hospitality venue in Bendigo, Victoria, delivering dine-in and takeaway Indian cuisine services to customers across lunch and dinner trading periods. The business maintains a structured kitchen environment focused on food preparation, cooking, quality control, and efficient service delivery while maintaining consistency across all menu offerings.

About The Role

The Chef position is responsible for preparing and cooking menu items as part of the restaurant’s day-to-day kitchen operations. The role supports food service delivery by ensuring meals are prepared consistently, efficiently, and in line with established recipes, presentation standards, and kitchen procedures.

Location: 101A Mitchell Street, Bendigo VIC

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: $76,000 to $82,000 + Superannuation

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook Indian cuisine and other menu items in line with established recipes and presentation standards
• Assist with daily food preparation activities including cutting, marinating, seasoning, and portioning ingredients
• Monitor cooking processes to maintain food quality, consistency, and timely service
• Operate across different kitchen sections during busy service periods as required
• Ensure dishes are plated and presented according to restaurant standards
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of kitchen workstations, equipment, and storage areas
• Monitor stock rotation and assist with food storage procedures in line with food safety requirements
• Assist with receiving and storing kitchen deliveries and supplies
• Work collaboratively with kitchen staff to support smooth day-to-day service operations
• Follow food safety, hygiene, and workplace health and safety procedures at all times

Skills & Experience

• Relevant qualification such as Certificate III or Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent
• Minimum 1–2 years of full-time relevant work experience in a similar role
• Experience preparing and cooking Indian cuisine preferred
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced commercial kitchen environment
• Understanding of food preparation techniques and cooking methods
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards
• Strong teamwork and communication skills

How to Apply

Please submit your resume outlining your relevant experience and suitability for the position. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.