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Chef

Taj Curry Express Gold Coast

Permanent Full time
Base pay
$77,000 - $85,000

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  • Manage all aspects of food preparation and kitchen performance.
  • Lead and train kitchen team members while ensuring food quality and safety standards.
  • Create and revise menu offerings based on seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.

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Job Title: Chef

Location: Gold Coast, Australia

Company Overview:

Taj Curry Express is a well-established restaurant located in the Surfers Paradise area, known for delivering outstanding dining experiences and maintaining a strong focus on high-quality service. We are committed to creating memorable moments for our guests through authentic Indian cuisine, a welcoming atmosphere, and excellent customer care.

Job Description:

We are currently looking for a skilled and enthusiastic Chef to take charge of our kitchen operations. In this role, you will be responsible for managing all aspects of food preparation and kitchen performance, ensuring excellence in quality, innovation, and efficiency. The successful candidate will be offered a competitive annual salary ranging from $77,000 to $85,000 AUD plus superannuation, demonstrating our dedication to rewarding talent and expertise within the hospitality industry.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Organise and carry out daily food preparation in line with established recipes and quality benchmarks.
  2. Oversee and coordinate kitchen activities during service to maintain a seamless and productive workflow.
  3. Lead, guide, and train kitchen team members, including sous chefs, cooks, and assistants.
  4. Supervise food preparation to ensure consistency in flavour, presentation, and portion sizes.
  5. Create and revise menu offerings, considering seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
  6. Ensure adherence to food safety and hygiene standards, maintaining a clean and organised kitchen.
  7. Control stock levels and manage food costs effectively to reduce waste and maximise efficiency.
  8. Work closely with management to enhance food quality, guest satisfaction, and overall business performance.
  9. Keep up to date with current culinary trends and introduce innovative ideas and techniques into the menu.
  10. Address customer queries and special dietary requests, ensuring a high level of satisfaction.

Requirements:

  1. Demonstrated experience as a Chef or in a comparable role, with at least 2 years of relevant experience and a strong culinary background.
  2. In-depth understanding of cooking methods, kitchen operations, and food safety practices.
  3. Creativity and a genuine passion for producing exceptional dishes.
  4. Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to encourage and manage a team effectively.
  5. Capability to perform efficiently in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment while maintaining professionalism.
  6. Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery is required.
  7. Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

Benefits:

  1. Attractive salary package based on skills and experience.
  2. Opportunity to be part of a skilled and supportive team in a vibrant workplace.
  3. Potential for career growth within an expanding organisation.
  4. Employee discounts and additional incentives.
  5. Balanced working hours promoting a healthy work-life balance.

Contact Details:

Interested applicants are encouraged to submit their resume along with a cover letter detailing their experience and suitability for the role. We provide a rewarding work environment where your efforts are appreciated and recognised. If you have a passion for hospitality and the required skills to contribute to an exceptional guest experience, we would love to hear from you.

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 07 5538 7791

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Skills
CULINARY SKILLS
flexibility in working hours
FOOD SAFETY
KITCHEN MANAGEMENT
LEADERSHIP
MENU DEVELOPMENT
TIME MANAGEMENT

Licenses & certifications
Certificate IV in commercial cookery

Perks & benefits
Attractive salary package based on skills and experience
Balanced working hours promoting a healthy work-life balance
Employee discounts and additional incentives

More details
Expiring date
10 May 2026
Date posted
10 Apr 2026
Category
Hospo, Tourism & Food Services
Occupation
Chef
Contract type
Permanent
Work type
Full time
Job mode
Onsite / Standard business hours
Industry
Accommodation and Food Services
Sector
Privately held company
Desired education level
Vocational or certificate

Taj Curry Express

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