Tandoori Chef
2 months ago
£31000–£34000 yearly
Full-time
Hounslow
Duties and Responsibilities: • Work in tandoor (clay oven) which includes food preparation in tandoori style with special marination., • Plan and review the menu with the chef and manager., • Order food supply as required and assist the curry chef in the preparation., • Prepare and marinate vegetables for cooking in the tandoor., • Prepare Dough and bake Indian roti, phulka, varieties of naan, parathas, tikka, kulcha and many more special foods using tandoor skills., • Monitor and adjust the temperature of the tandoor oven to ensure proper cooking., • Supervise and instruct kitchen staff., • Plan and supervise kitchen work such as cleaning the equipment and utensils., • Ensure food safety and sanitation standards are maintained at all times., • Collaborate with kitchen staff to coordinate the timing of dishes cooked in the tandoor with other menu items., • Maintain inventory of tandoor ingredients and notify management when supplies are running low., • Clean and maintain the tandoor oven and surrounding work area. Skills/Qualifications/Experience: • Strong understanding of food safety regulations, • Demonstrated expertise in operating and maintaining a clay tandoor oven, including managing optimal heat levels for consistent cooking., • Proficient in preparing a range of tandoori dishes, including naan, roti, parathas, kulchas, kebabs, tikka, paneer, and other regional specialities., • Practical knowledge of Indian marination techniques, spice blends, and traditional flavour balancing., • Competence in record-keeping and temperature monitoring in compliance with health inspection requirements., • Relevant Bachelor or Master degree., • Minimum 2–3 years of experience as a Tandoori Chef in a reputable Indian restaurant., • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work, • Commitment to maintaining high standards of quality, hygiene, and consistency at all times.
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