Chef Campbellfield

About Us

Afghan Kebab is a well-loved, authentic Afghan restaurant with two busy locations in Melbourne (Campbellfield and Carlton). We're known for our charcoal-grilled kebabs, traditional rice dishes, slow-cooked curries, and handmade Afghan classics. We take pride in using fresh ingredients, serving generous portions, and providing a warm dining experience that keeps our customers coming back.

The Role

We're looking for a Chef with at least one year of experience and relevant qualifications to join our kitchen team. You'll be working across a menu that includes charcoal skewers, qormas, biryanis, palaw rice dishes, mantu dumplings, and more.

What You'll Be Doing Preparing and cooking dishes from our full menu
- kebabs, platters, rice dishes, curries, and sides Operating and managing a charcoal grill Marinating meats (chicken, lamb, mince) with traditional spice blends Cooking slow dishes such as Qabuli Palaw, Lamb Qorma, Paycha, and Zerishk Palaw Preparing handmade items, including Afghan Mantu and Ashak dumplings Maintaining food quality, consistency, and presentation standards Keeping the kitchen clean, organised, and compliant with food safety requirements

What We're Looking For Minimum 1 year of experience in a qualified kitchen
- Afghan, Pakistani, Persian, or similar Middle Eastern cuisine is highly regarded Relevant qualification in Commercial Cookery (Certificate III or IV) or equivalent. Strong knowledge of traditional spice use and meat preparation Comfortable working on a charcoal grill Ability to work in a quick-paced setting during peak service periods Reliable, punctual, and a team player Current Food Handling certificate (or willingness to obtain one).

Pay: $76,000.00 – $78,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3q5cwc