Full Time Cook - Persian Restaurant

Motevalli PTY LTD

Shandiz Restaurant (Motevalli PTY LTD) in Salisbury SA is seeking a Full Time Cook with the right attitude and passion for working with food with at least 6 years of relevant kitchen experience and a minimum of a Cert IV qualification or equivalent in substantial experience. Must have experience with Persian cuisine. Salary of $70,000 + super for this full-time position. 

BenefitsTask & ResponsibilitiesAs the Cook, you will undergo the following responsibilities and tasks:

Responsibilities: 

• Utilise advanced knife handling and chopping skills to prepare ingredients for Persian dishes such as Barg, Koobideh, and Shishlik.
• Demonstrate expertise in meat boning, trimming, and thorough cleaning to ensure high-quality meat preparation.
• Skewer meats, particularly ground meat, with flavorful seasoning to create delicious kebabs such as Barg, Koobideh, and Shishlik.
• Showcase mastery in the preparation of traditional Persian stews and aromatic curries such as Ghormeh Sabzi and Gheimeh, ensuring authentic flavours and textures.
• Execute the intricate process of steaming authentic Persian rice to perfection, paying close attention to detail to achieve the desired consistency and flavour.
• Ensure great presentation by dressing dishes before they are served
• Keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen
• Ensure all food and other items are stored properly
• Check the quality of ingredients
• Monitor stock and place orders when there are shortage
• Prepare Menu and cost management
• Manage portion control
• Setting up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment
• Participate in the planning and creation of restaurant menu
• Prepare meals and dining experience for catered special events
• Aid in the supervision and performance of kitchen staff

Qualification & Experience

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Cert IV qualification or equivalent in substantial experience.

Experience Requirement:

• At least 6 years of kitchen experience in highly relevant role required. 
• Experience in Persian cuisines

Essential Skills:

• Iranian Persian languages (Persian, Western Persian, or Farsi) preferred (not essential, but beneficial for communicating with customers and kitchen staff on dietary requirements when called upon)
• Good cooking and presentation skills
• Excellent knowledge of all kitchen procedures and assist with all facets of kitchen operation
• Able to work in a team
• Good communication skills
• Maintain good health and hygiene
• Great time management and organisation skills

Apply:

If you satisfy the above, please apply without hesitation, outlining why you are suitable. 

Applications will be accepted four weeks from the date of advert posting. 

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Disclaimer: This job is posted through WorkinAUS platform.

Salary: $70000-70000

Job Publish: 30-04-2024

Job Expire: 30-05-2024