Tandoori Chef

applydubaijob.com; Dubai; On-site; AED 31,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Kabab Erbil in Dubai is seeking an experienced Tandoori Chef to join its kitchen team in Jumeirah 2. The role requires hands-on expertise in authentic tandoori cooking, with responsibility for preparing a range of tandoor specialties while upholding high standards of food quality and hygiene.

The successful candidate will work in a fast-paced restaurant environment, collaborating with the kitchen team to ensure efficient service and consistent tasting dishes.

Qualifications

• Professional culinary training or relevant certificate and proven experience as a Tandoori Chef.
• Strong knowledge of traditional tandoor cooking techniques.
• Experience with tandoori chicken, tikka, kebabs and naan.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of tandoori dishes, including chicken, tikka, kebabs, naan, and other specialties.
• Operate and maintain the tandoor while ensuring food is cooked to the highest quality standards.
• Follow food preparation procedures and maintain consistency in taste and presentation.
• Adhere to food hygiene, sanitation, and kitchen safety standards at all times.
• Work efficiently with the kitchen team during busy service periods.

Skills

Traditional tandoor cooking

Tandoori chicken

Tikka

Kebabs

Naan prep

Food hygiene

Kitchen safety

Teamwork

Job description

Job Title: Tandoori Chef

Organization: Kabab Erbil

Workplace Location: Jumeirah 2, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Employment Type: Full Time

Salary: AED 2,800 - AED 4,000 per month (as estimated in source posting)

Candidate Prerequisites: Traditional Tandoor Cooking Techniques | Tandoori Chicken, Tikka, Kebabs & Naan Prep | Food Hygiene & Kitchen Safety | Proven Tandoori Chef Experience

Role Summary

Kabab Erbil is looking for an experienced Tandoori Chef to join its kitchen team in Jumeirah 2, Dubai. This role is ideal for a skilled culinary professional who has hands-on experience preparing authentic tandoori dishes while maintaining high standards of food quality and kitchen hygiene. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing a variety of tandoor specialties, ensuring efficient kitchen operations, and delivering consistently flavorful dishes in a fast-paced restaurant environment. Candidates with strong teamwork skills and a passion for traditional cooking are encouraged to apply.

Primary Duties

• Prepare and cook a variety of tandoori dishes, including chicken, tikka, kebabs, naan, and other specialties.
• Operate and maintain the tandoor while ensuring food is cooked to the highest quality standards.
• Follow food preparation procedures and maintain consistency in taste and presentation.
• Adhere to food hygiene, sanitation, and kitchen safety standards at all times.
• Work efficiently with the kitchen team during busy service periods.

Candidate Profile

• Education & Experience: Professional culinary training or relevant certificate (as estimated in source posting); proven experience working as a Tandoori Chef.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong knowledge of traditional tandoor cooking techniques; experience preparing tandoori chicken, tikka, kebabs, naan, and other tandoor items.
• Core Competencies: Good understanding of food preparation, hygiene, and kitchen safety practices; ability to perform well in a fast-paced restaurant environment; good teamwork and communication skills.