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Avatar Lutterworth Limited; Lutterworth; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Avatar Lutterworth Limited is seeking a skilled Tandoor Chef to join our kitchen team. You will operate and maintain the tandoor, preparing breads, kebabs, tikka and other specialty dishes with authentic flavours.

The role requires extensive tandoor experience, a focus on quality and presentation, and collaboration with the Head Chef on menu development and seasonal specials.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in traditional tandoor cooking and methods.
• Ability to prepare high-quality grilled dishes with authentic flavours.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and kitchen hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook tandoori dishes including kebabs and tikka.
• Bake naan, roti, kulcha and other tandoor-based breads.
• Operate and maintain the tandoor oven during service.
• Marinate and prepare meats, seafood, and vegetables with traditional spice blends.
• Ensure quality, flavour, texture and presentation of all tandoor dishes.
• Assist with menu development and seasonal specials.
• Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering when needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the tandoor and kitchen areas.
• Follow food hygiene, allergen, health and safety procedures.

Skills

Tandoor cooking

Grilled meats & seafood

Bread making

Menu development

Job description

Salary Range : £32000 to £34000 per annum

Number of vacant positions : 1

About the Post:

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Tandoor Chef to join our kitchen team. This role is ideal for someone with extensive knowledge of traditional tandoor cooking techniques and the ability to prepare high-quality grilled meats, seafood, breads, and speciality dishes. You will be responsible for operating and maintaining the tandoor section while ensuring authentic flavours, consistency, and excellent presentation. If you are passionate about traditional cooking methods and delivering exceptional food quality, this is an excellent opportunity to contribute your expertise in a professional kitchen environment.

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

• Prepare and cook a variety of tandoori dishes, including kebabs, tikka, grilled meats, seafood, and vegetarian specialities.
• Prepare and bake traditional breads such as naan, roti, kulcha, and other tandoor-based products.
• Operate and manage the tandoor oven safely and efficiently during service.
• Marinate meats, poultry, seafood, and vegetables using traditional spice blends and recipes.
• Ensure all tandoor dishes are cooked to the highest standards of quality, flavour, texture, and presentation.
• Manage the tandoor section during service, ensuring timely preparation and delivery of orders.
• Assist with menu development, including seasonal specials and new tandoori dishes.
• Monitor stock levels of meats, spices, marinades, and other ingredients, assisting with ordering when required.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and organisation within the tandoor and kitchen areas.
• Ensure proper storage, handling, and rotation of food items in accordance with food safety regulations.
• Follow all food hygiene, allergen, health and safety, and fire safety procedures.
• Work closely with the Head Chef and kitchen team to ensure smooth and efficient service.
• Support the training and development of junior kitchen staff when required.