Full Time Chef

Sambandha Trading Pty Ltd

T/A Sambandha Restaurant

Shop P17, 57-59 Queen Street, Auburn, NSW 2144

Full Time Chef

$80,000 plus Superannuation per year

Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan and design menus, considering seasonal availability and customer preferences, while estimating food and labour costs.

• Prepare and cook a variety of dishes, ensuring quality and consistency in taste and presentation.

• Monitor the quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation, making adjustments as necessary.

• Order and manage inventory of food supplies, ensuring freshness and cost-effectiveness.

• Discuss food preparation issues with managers, dietitians, and kitchen and waiting staff to ensure smooth operations.

• Demonstrate cooking techniques and advise on cooking procedures to kitchen staff.

• Enforce hygiene regulations and ensure compliance with health and safety standards in the kitchen.

• Select and train kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.

• Freeze and preserve foods as required, maintaining proper storage methods.

• Collaborate with front-of-house staff to coordinate service flow and address customer feedback.

• Assist in budgeting and managing kitchen expenses, keeping track of food waste and portion sizes.

• Contribute creative ideas for new dishes and improvements to existing recipes.

• Address any kitchen issues that arise, such as staffing shortages or equipment failures, ensuring minimal disruption to service.

• Maintain clear communication with all team members to ensure timely meal service and customer satisfaction.

Qualification and Experience

• Qualification in Commercial Cookery or a related field

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Chef in a commercial kitchen, preferably with experience in authentic Nepalese cuisine

• Proven ability to prepare and cook a diverse range of Nepalese and other dishes, including for high-volume service and functions

• Experience in menu planning and developing dishes based on seasonal ingredients and customer preferences

• Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene standards, and commercial kitchen operations

• Skilled in inventory management, ordering supplies, stock rotation, and minimising food wastage

• Experience supervising, mentoring, and training kitchen staff

• Excellent organisational, time management, and multitasking skills in a fast-paced kitchen environment

• Strong communication and teamwork skills to coordinate effectively with front-of-house and kitchen staff

• Ability to contribute innovative ideas for menu development while maintaining the authenticity of traditional Nepalese cuisine

• Demonstrated initiative, creativity, and commitment to continuous professional development in culinary technique

Languages:

English – Mandatory

Nepalese - Preferred

How to apply:

Applications open on 16 July 2026 and close on 15 August 2026

Please send your CV to . Please include the job role title in your email.