Executive Chef

4 days ago

Cairns, Queensland, Australia Smart Resources QLD Full time $65,000 - $75,000 per year

South Indian Chef (Full-Time – Sponsorship Opportunity)

Location of Employment:
Punjabi Palace Cairns, QLD

Primary Base/Ownership:
Punjabi Palace Brisbane – South Bank

Employer:
Smart Resources Qld Pty Ltd

Reporting To:
Executive Chef / General Manager

About Us:

Punjabi Palace Brisbane (South Bank)
is the flagship base of our growing hospitality brand operating under
Smart Resources Qld Pty Ltd
. Known for delivering authentic North Indian cuisine with rich flavours and family-style service, we are expanding into
Malaysian–South Indian fusion
across regional Queensland, starting with
Punjabi Palace Cairns
.

Our brand takes pride in cultural authenticity, staff development, and culinary innovation. We now seek a
skilled South Indian Chef
who will lead the kitchen in Cairns and be part of our long-term regional and franchise growth.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Design and execute a menu focused on
    South Indian classics
    , e.g. Roti Canai, Chicken 65, Dosa, Nasi Kandar, Fish Head Curry, etc.
  • Lead daily kitchen operations: food prep, service, quality control, plating, and waste reduction
  • Apply traditional Malaysian cooking techniques while also integrating modern fusion
  • Monitor and maintain inventory, food costs, ordering, and supplier relationships (especially for Malaysian spices and specialty items)
  • Ensure adherence to
    Queensland Health Regulations
    , Food Safety Plans, and HACCP practices
  • Train junior chefs and kitchen staff in both traditional methods and OH&S
  • Design promotional menus for events like Diwali, Deepavali, Eid, or multicultural community functions

Work collaboratively with the executive team and Brisbane head office on reporting, budgeting, and menu evolution

Required Qualifications & Experience:

  • Minimum 3 years
    as a chef specialising in
    South Indian cuisine
  • Certificate III/IV in Commercial Cookery (preferred) or relevant culinary experience
  • Familiarity with Australian kitchen compliance (temperature logs, food handling, cleaning)
  • Strong command of kitchen budgeting, food margins, and team supervision
  • English proficiency (IELTS 5.0 or equivalent for international applicants)
  • Desirable: knowledge of Hindi, Tamil, Malay, or Telugu

Employment Terms & Entitlements:

This role is offered in accordance with the
Hospitality Industry General Award [MA000009]
and the
Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth).

  • Employment Type:
    Full-Time (38+ hrs/week)
  • Annual Salary Range:
    AUD $65,000–$75, % Superannuation
  • Sponsorship Available:
    Yes (Subclass 482 Visa, with Employer Nomination Scheme pathway)
  • Leave Entitlements:
  • 4 weeks annual leave
  • 10 days personal/carer's leave
  • Public holidays as per QLD schedule
  • Penalty Rates & Overtime:
    Paid as per award conditions
  • Superannuation

: Paid quarterly as per ATO guidelines

Key Benefits & Support:

Visa sponsorship including employment contract, nomination, and relocation help

Accommodation assistance upon arrival

Meals on shift

Professional development & menu experimentation freedom

Opportunity to grow into Head Chef or Area Chef roles across our expanding outlets

Support from Brisbane Head Office (South Bank) for admin, payroll, and supplier management

Inclusive and multicultural work environment under Smart Resources Qld

Family visa options (if eligible), and children schooling guidance

About the Employer – Smart Resources Qld Pty Ltd

Smart Resources Qld owns and operates multiple business divisions across hospitality, trade, tourism, and education. Punjabi Palace Brisbane (South Bank) is the company's central base for food and beverage operations, and the Cairns outlet is its first regional expansion under the same banner.

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