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NGGS GROUP PTY LTD

Full-Time Cook – Rasam, Port Melbourne

NGGS Pty Ltd, trading as Rasam, is seeking an experienced Full-Time Cook to join its busy restaurant in Port Melbourne, Victoria.

Position: Cook

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Location: Port Melbourne, VIC

Salary: From $80,000per annum plus superannuation (subject to experience)

About the Company

Rasam is a busy and established restaurant in Port Melbourne specialising in freshly prepared Indian cuisine. We are committed to delivering consistently high-quality food, authentic flavours, efficient service and a positive dining experience for our customers.

About the Role

The successful applicant will be responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of menu items in accordance with Rasam’s recipes, food-quality standards and operational procedures.

The role requires the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced commercial kitchen while maintaining consistency in taste, presentation, hygiene and service times.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Prepare, season and cook a variety of Indian dishes and other menu items in accordance with established recipes.

Prepare ingredients, sauces, marinades, gravies, accompaniments and other food items required for daily service.

Follow portioning, presentation and food-quality standards.

Monitor cooking times and temperatures to ensure food is prepared safely and consistently.

Check the quality and freshness of ingredients before preparation and service.

Assist with food preparation, stock rotation and safe storage of ingredients.

Maintain cleanliness and organisation of kitchen work areas, equipment and utensils.

Comply with food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety requirements.

Coordinate with kitchen and front-of-house staff during busy service periods.

Assist with monitoring stock levels, ingredient usage and reducing food wastage.

Support senior kitchen staff with daily kitchen operations and menu preparation.

Ensure meals are prepared and presented consistently during dine-in and takeaway service.

Requirements

Relevant Diploma or Certificate IV qualification in Commercial Cookery or a related field.

At least 1 year of relevant experience as a Cook in a commercial kitchen.

Experience preparing Indian cuisine is  must

Good knowledge of food preparation, portion control and food safety requirements.

Ability to follow recipes and maintain consistency in food quality and presentation.

Ability to work efficiently under pressure and as part of a team.

Reliable, punctual and committed to maintaining high food-quality standards.

Benefits

Competitive salary of $80,000 plus superannuation.

Stable, full-time and long-term employment.

Supportive team environment in a busy and established restaurant.

Opportunity to work with a diverse Indian menu and develop further commercial kitchen experience.

How to Apply

Please submit your current resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant qualifications and commercial cooking experience.

Applications will remain open for a minimum period of 4 weeks from the date of publication of this advertisement.

Benefits

Competitive salary of $80,000 plus superannuation.

Stable, full-time and long-term employment.

Supportive team environment in a busy and established restaurant.

Opportunity to work with a diverse Indian menu and develop further commercial kitchen experience.

Task & responsibilities

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Prepare, season and cook a variety of Indian dishes and other menu items in accordance with established recipes.

Prepare ingredients, sauces, marinades, gravies, accompaniments and other food items required for daily service.

Follow portioning, presentation and food-quality standards.

Monitor cooking times and temperatures to ensure food is prepared safely and consistently.

Check the quality and freshness of ingredients before preparation and service.

Assist with food preparation, stock rotation and safe storage of ingredients.

Maintain cleanliness and organisation of kitchen work areas, equipment and utensils.

Comply with food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety requirements.

Coordinate with kitchen and front-of-house staff during busy service periods.

Assist with monitoring stock levels, ingredient usage and reducing food wastage.

Support senior kitchen staff with daily kitchen operations and menu preparation.

Ensure meals are prepared and presented consistently during dine-in and takeaway service.

Qualification & experience

Relevant Diploma or Certificate IV qualification in Commercial Cookery or a related field.

At least 1 year of relevant experience as a Cook in a commercial kitchen.

Experience preparing Indian cuisine is must.

Good knowledge of food preparation, portion control and food safety requirements.

Ability to follow recipes and maintain consistency in food quality and presentation.

Ability to work efficiently under pressure and as part of a team.

Reliable, punctual and committed to maintaining high food-quality standards.

About Company

Rasam is a busy and established restaurant in Port Melbourne specialising in freshly prepared Indian cuisine. We are committed to delivering consistently high-quality food, authentic flavours, efficient service and a positive dining experience for our customers.

Work Type: Full time

Salary: $80000-85000

Job Publish: 18-09-2026

Job Expire: 18-10-2026

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