Specialist Chef for Authentic Indian Cuisine

Garhwal GmbH; Zürich; On-site; CHF 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Garhwal GmbH in Zürich seeks a Specialist Chef for Authentic Indian Cuisine to lead the kitchen in delivering traditional dishes with consistency, taste and presentation for à-la-carte service, buffets, events and catering.

You will master spice blends, Tandoor techniques and regional recipes, train kitchen staff, monitor hygiene and stock, and collaborate with the Head Chef to maintain Garhwal's signature standard.

Qualifications

• Professional experience as Indian Specialist Chef / Spezialitätenkoch.
• Extensive practical knowledge of authentic Indian cuisine.
• Strong knowledge of Indian spices and traditional spice combinations.
• Professional experience with a traditional tandoor oven.
• Experience preparing curries, sauces, marinades, Indian breads, rice dishes and traditional Indian specialties.
• Ability to reproduce traditional recipes consistently in a professional restaurant environment.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of authentic Indian dishes from different regional culinary traditions.
• Independent preparation of curries, gravies, sauces, marinades and traditional spice blends.
• Professional use of Indian spices, herbs and traditional cooking techniques.
• Preparation of vegetarian and non-vegetarian Indian dishes.
• Preparation and cooking of tandoori dishes using a traditional tandoor oven.
• Preparation of Indian breads such as Naan, Garlic Naan, Butter Naan, Roti and Paratha.
• Preparation of traditional dishes including chicken, lamb, fish, paneer, lentils, vegetables and rice dishes.
• Knowledge of traditional Indian cooking methods such as Tandoor, Dum cooking, Tadka, Bhunao and slow cooking.
• Maintaining authentic taste, presentation and consistent food quality.
• Preparation and organisation of food for à-la-carte service, group menus, buffets, events and catering.
• Preparation of mise en place and organisation of the assigned kitchen section.
• Monitoring food quality, freshness, storage and correct handling of ingredients.
• Ensuring compliance with hygiene, food-safety and cleanliness standards.
• Proper storage and economical use of food products to minimise waste.
• Monitoring stock levels and supporting the ordering of ingredients and spices.
• Cooperation with the Head Chef and other kitchen employees during daily service.
• Supporting and training kitchen staff in traditional Indian preparation and cooking techniques.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently during busy restaurant service.

Skills

Indian cuisine expertise

Tandoor oven proficiency

Food safety knowledge

Work under pressure

Job description

Specialist Chef for Authentic Indian Cuisine

Main Responsibilities

The Specialist Chef is responsible for the professional preparation and consistent quality of authentic Indian dishes according to traditional recipes and the standards of Garhwal Indian Restaurant.

The main duties include:

• Preparation of authentic Indian dishes from different regional culinary traditions.


• Independent preparation of curries, gravies, sauces, marinades and traditional spice blends.


• Professional use of Indian spices, herbs and traditional cooking techniques.


• Preparation of vegetarian and non-vegetarian Indian dishes.


• Preparation and cooking of tandoori dishes using a traditional tandoor oven.


• Preparation of Indian breads such as Naan, Garlic Naan, Butter Naan, Roti and Paratha.


• Preparation of traditional dishes including chicken, lamb, fish, paneer, lentils, vegetables and rice dishes.


• Knowledge of traditional Indian cooking methods such asTandoor, Dum cooking, Tadka, Bhunao and slow cooking.


• Maintaining authentic taste, presentation and consistent food quality.


• Preparation and organisation of food for à-la-carte service, group menus, buffets, events and catering.


• Preparation of mise en place and organisation of the assigned kitchen section.


• Monitoring food quality, freshness, storage and correct handling of ingredients.


• Ensuring compliance with hygiene, food-safety and cleanliness standards.


• Proper storage and economical use of food products to minimise waste.


• Monitoring stock levels and supporting the ordering of ingredients and spices.


• Cooperation with the Head Chef and other kitchen employees during daily service.


• Supporting and training kitchen staff in traditional Indian preparation and cooking techniques.


• Ability to work independently and efficiently during busy restaurant service.

Required Professional Skills

The candidate should have:

• Professional experience as anIndian Specialist Chef / Spezialitätenkoch.


• Extensive practical knowledge of authentic Indian cuisine.


• Strong knowledge of Indian spices and traditional spice combinations.


• Professional experience with a traditionaltandoor oven.


• Experience preparing curries, sauces, marinades, Indian breads, rice dishes and traditional Indian specialities.


• Ability to reproduce traditional recipes consistently in a professional restaurant environment.


• Knowledge of food hygiene, kitchen organisation and safe food handling.


• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining quality and consistency.


• Ability to work independently as well as as part of a professional kitchen team.

Purpose of the Position

The position requires specialised knowledge ofauthentic Indian cuisine and traditional Indian cooking techniques. The Specialist Chef is responsible for helping Garhwal Indian Restaurant maintain the authenticity, quality and consistency of its Indian cuisine while supporting the restaurant's à-la-carte business, group events and catering activities.

• Garhwal GmbH
  Winterthurerstrasse 457
  8051 Zürich