Employer: The Trustee for Gill Family Trust T/A The Rasoi Mt Eliza

Position: Chef

Salary: $76,000 - $82,000 Plus Superannuation

Location: 26 Ranelagh Dr, Mount Eliza VIC 3930, Australia

Mode: Full Time

Experience: 2 years’ experience minimum

About Us

The Rasoi Mt Eliza is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Chef to lead kitchen operations in our busy and well-established restaurant. Located in Mt Eliza on the Mornington Peninsula, we are recognised for serving authentic Indian cuisine prepared using traditional cooking techniques and fresh, high-quality ingredients.

Operating seven days a week, The Rasoi Mt Eliza offers both dine-in and takeaway services, catering to a diverse mix of local residents and visitors. Our menu showcases a wide range of rich and flavourful Indian dishes, and we take pride in delivering consistency, quality, and warm customer service in a fast-paced yet welcoming environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified and passionate culinary professional with proven experience in Indian cuisine and strong kitchen leadership skills to join a dedicated team and contribute to the ongoing success of a well-established hospitality venue.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, develop, and prepare a diverse range of authentic Indian dishes, including curries, tandoori items, breads, rice dishes, and vegetarian specialties, in line with traditional recipes and The Rasoi Mt Eliza’s standards.

• Organise and coordinate kitchen operations to ensure smooth and efficient service across both dine-in and takeaway periods.

• Prepare, season, and cook food using appropriate techniques such as tandoor cooking, grilling, frying, simmering, and baking.

• Design and update menus in consultation with management, considering seasonal ingredients, customer preferences, and cost control.

• Monitor food quality throughout preparation and service to ensure consistency in taste, presentation, and portion control.

• Supervise and train kitchen staff, including cooks and kitchen hands, to maintain high standards of food preparation and efficiency.

• Ensure full compliance with food safety, hygiene, and workplace health and safety regulations, including proper handling and storage practices.

• Manage inventory, including ordering supplies, checking deliveries, and minimising waste through effective stock control.

• Estimate food and labour costs, monitor kitchen expenses, and support the achievement of profitability targets.

• Maintain kitchen equipment to ensure it is clean, safe, and in good working condition.

• Work closely with front-of-house staff to ensure timely service and a high level of customer satisfaction.

• Accommodate special dietary requirements and customer requests while maintaining authenticity and quality.

To be successful in this role, it is essential you have:

• Hold a Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or an equivalent recognised qualification.

• Possess a minimum of two years’ experience as a Chef in a busy, professional kitchen, preferably within reputable or well-established dining venues.

• Demonstrate strong leadership and supervisory skills, with the ability to train, motivate, and effectively manage kitchen staff.

• Have in-depth knowledge of Indian cuisine, including spices, ingredients, regional flavours, and traditional cooking techniques, in line with The Rasoi Mt Eliza’s standards.

• Ability to perform efficiently in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment while maintaining consistency and quality.

• Exhibit strong attention to detail, creativity, and a genuine passion for food preparation and presentation.

Join The Rasoi Mt Eliza, where tradition, flavour, and teamwork come together to create exceptional dining experiences.

We look forward to welcoming a passionate Chef to lead our kitchen with pride.