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Date Posted: Dec 20, 2025
Yearly: $ 70,000 - $ 80,000
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    Location Preston, Victoria, Australia
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    Job Type: Full Time
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    Shift: Full time
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    Career Level: Experienced Professional
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    Positions: 1
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    Experience: 1 Year
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    Gender: No Preference
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    Degree: Certification
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    Posted: 123d+ ago
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    Job Post Expired: Jan 22, 2026
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Job Description

We are looking for a passionate Cook / Tandoori Cook to prepare delicious Indian and tandoori dishes that reflect the quality and traditions of Maharaja Tandoori Cuisine. You’ll work closely with the kitchen team to ensure meals are prepared with consistent taste, presentation, and food safety standards.

Key Responsibilities
  • Prepare and cook a variety of Indian dishes, including curries, tandoori meats, breads (naan, roti) and rice as per recipes and restaurant standards.
  • Operate and maintain the tandoor clay oven safely and skillfully.
  • Measure, mix, and weigh ingredients accurately.
  • Garnish and present dishes attractively before service.
Kitchen Operations
  • Ensure prepared dishes are served on time and meet quality standards.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen workspace throughout service.
  • Check ingredient freshness and store food properly.
  • Assist with inventory and ordering supplies as needed.
Teamwork & Support
  • Support other kitchen staff and assist in training new cooks.
  • Work well under pressure during busy hours.
Skills & Qualifications
Essential Skills
  • Knowledge of Indian cuisine and tandoori cooking techniques (spice blends, marination, use of clay oven).
  • Ability to prepare meals with consistency and quality.
  • Good kitchen hygiene and safety awareness.
  • Ability to work efficiently under pressure.
  • Teamwork and communication skills.
 Preferred Qualifications
  • Previous experience as a cook in an Indian restaurant.
  • Formal culinary training is a plus

Benefits

  • Competitive pay (based on experience)
  • Learning opportunities in Indian cuisine
  • Friendly kitchen team environment
  • Steady hours with regular shifts

(Specific benefits to be confirmed by management)

Skills Required

Company Overview

Maharaja Tandoori Cuisine, Preston is a popular Indian restaurant known for its authentic tandoori dishes, rich curries, fresh naan breads, and warm, family-friendly dining experience in Melbourne. Read More

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At least 1 year of experience as a cook, preferably in an Indian restaurant, with knowledge of tandoori cooking methods.

Food preparation, knowledge of Indian cuisine, teamwork, communication, hygiene awareness, and the ability to work efficiently under pressure.

Formal culinary training is not mandatory but is considered an advantage and can help improve cooking techniques and efficiency.

Preparing and cooking Indian dishes such as curries, tandoori meats, naan, and rice while following recipes and presentation standards. The role also involves maintaining consistency in taste and quality.

The Cook should be able to operate a tandoor (clay oven), handle spice blends, and prepare marinated dishes using traditional Indian cooking techniques.

Ensuring timely service, maintaining a clean and organised kitchen, checking ingredient freshness, and assisting with stock management and ordering supplies.

The salary ranges from $70,000 – $80,000 per year depending on experience and skill level.

Competitive pay, learning opportunities in Indian cuisine, a friendly kitchen team environment, and steady working hours with regular shifts.

The environment is fast-paced and team-oriented, requiring coordination, discipline, and the ability to perform well during busy service hours.
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