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🍴 Head Chef – Indian Fusion Restaurant Location: Dial House Hotel: Piro Kitchen Job Type: Full-time Salary: £40K Start Date: Immediate About Us We are a contemporary Indian fusion restaurant that blends the bold flavors of India with modern global culinary techniques. Our mission is to create an unforgettable dining experience where tradition meets innovation. Role Overview We are seeking an experienced and passionate Head Chef to lead our kitchen team. The ideal candidate will bring creativity, leadership, and a deep understanding of Indian flavors, while being open to global influences and modern presentation. Key Responsibilities • Design and execute an innovative Indian fusion menu with seasonal and local ingredients., • Oversee all kitchen operations including food prep, plating, and service quality., • Train, supervise, and motivate kitchen staff to ensure excellence and efficiency., • Maintain food cost controls, hygiene, and safety standards (HACCP compliance)., • Collaborate with management on menu development, specials, and events., • Minimum 2 years’ experience as Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fine-dining, fusion environment or Indian., • Need to have experince in making curry and Tandoori, • Strong knowledge of Indian cuisine and familiarity with international cooking styles., • Proven leadership and organizational skills., • Creativity and passion for innovation in food presentation and flavor., • Excellent communication and team management abilities., • Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses., • Opportunity to shape and grow the restaurant’s culinary identity., • Staff meals and discounts., • Supportive, dynamic work environment.

About Us Crowthorne Spice is a brand-new Indian restaurant opening soon in the heart of Crowthorne, Berkshire. Our vision is to serve authentic, bold-flavoured curries with exceptional consistency and presentation. We are now recruiting a talented Curry Chef to lead our gravy and curry section. Key Responsibilities Prepare base gravies in bulk (Makhani, Korma, Masala, Saag, Coconut, etc.) Cook and finish a wide range of curries (Chicken, Lamb, Prawn, Paneer & Veg) Maintain consistency of taste, quality, and portion size Oversee junior kitchen staff and ensure proper hygiene & kitchen standards Manage stock control, spice levels, and wastage Collaborate with management on menu development Requirements Minimum 2–5 years experience as Curry Chef / Tandoori Chef in a professional Indian kitchen Ability to work under pressure during peak hours Strong understanding of authentic North & South Indian curries Team player with good communication and time management Must hold valid work eligibility in the UK