Duties and Responsibilities: · Oversee efficient kitchen operations by supervising staff, offering training, and providing ongoing guidance. · Prepare and cook a wide variety of Indian Asian dishes in line with the restaurant’s menu, ensuring food is hygienic, nutritious, and meets established quality standards. · Exhibit expertise in traditional Indian curries and introduce a monthly signature “Dish of the Month” to sustain customer engagement. · Ensure full compliance with food safety regulations. · Conduct monthly stocktakes and manage daily food orders according to UK purchasing standards. · Uphold high food quality, control portion sizes, and follow standardized recipes for consistency and minimal waste. · Promptly resolve food-related complaints. · Manage staff scheduling to ensure optimal coverage. · Oversee performance reviews, delegate tasks, manage inventory, reduce waste, and maintain the freshness of perishables. · Conduct taste tests, preserve authentic flavours, source premium Indian spices, herbs, and ingredients. · Adhere to all health and safety regulations, including food hygiene standards and safe food handling practices. ** Skills/Qualifications/Experience:** · Proven relevant experience, preferably with knowledge of Indian cuisine. · Strong culinary skills and a passion for food. · Excellent organisational and time management abilities. · Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and under pressure. · Strong communication and teamwork skills. · Relevant Bachelor’s or Master’s degree is required.
Operate and maintain the tandoor oven with precision, ensuring consistent temperature control and optimal cooking conditions. Prepare a diverse range of traditional tandoori dishes using authentic Indian techniques to deliver rich, genuine flavors and textures. Inspect ingredients regularly for freshness and quality, ensuring correct storage and handling to maintain integrity and prevent spoilage. Collaborate closely with kitchen and front-of-house staff to ensure efficient service, particularly during peak hours. Train and mentor junior kitchen staff in tandoori cooking techniques, focusing on skill development, hygiene, and safety standards. Maintain full compliance with food hygiene and safety regulations, with particular care given to the handling and preparation of raw meats.
Duties and Responsibilities: · Plan and organize daily production schedules to meet the demands of various branches, ensuring timely preparation and delivery of curries and spices. · Manage and supervise kitchen staff's activities, guide, and train them. · Be a leader and single point of contact for management for the kitchen related affairs. · Prepare delicious, hygienic, and healthy food according to business principles of Restaurant. · Collaborate with management to develop and refine recipes for curries and spice blends that meet customer preferences and market trends. · Ensure that all kitchen equipment is properly maintained and in good working order, reporting any issues to management. · Maintain clear communication with management and other departments regarding production schedules, ingredient needs, and any operational challenges. · Carry out month-end food stock taking. · Conduct taste tests, preserve authentic flavours, source premium Indian spices, herbs, and ingredients. · Manage day-to-day ordering of food for a section in line with the UK purchasing guidelines. · Ensure food prepared is of highest possible standards. · Create and maintain a consistent flavour profile for all dishes, particularly focusing on the preparation of spices and sauces. · Make food according to standard recipes, portion yields and within agreed time limits and minimum wastage. · Prepare authentic South Indian dishes with precision and adherence to traditional recipes, nutritious, and meet established quality standards. · Address any conflicts or issues within the kitchen team promptly to maintain a positive and productive work environment. ** Skills/Qualifications/Experience:** - Team player with leadership skills - Strong understanding of food safety regulations - Relevant work experience of at least 1 year - Strong attention to detail, hygiene, and food safety practices.