Senior Indian Curry Chef — Lead Tandoor & Flexible Hours

Bombay Story Indian Kitchen & Bar; Wokingham; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Bombay Story Indian Kitchen & Bar in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Indian Specialist Curry Chef to lead our curry section and support the Head Chef. You will prepare regional curries, gravies, sauces, and marinades, supervise kitchen staff, and ensure dishes meet our high standards of quality, taste, and presentation.

You will manage stock, food costs, and HACCP compliance while mentoring junior chefs and developing seasonal menu ideas.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of chef experience in a reputable Indian restaurant.
• Strong knowledge of authentic spice blending and traditional cooking methods.
• Excellent communication and team leadership skills.
• Fluent English (first or second language) reading and writing.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen brigade during service, manage pass, ensure plate quality and presentation.
• Prepare regional Indian curries, sauces, gravies, and marinades.
• Operate tandoor for breads and marinated meats.
• Train and supervise junior chefs; manage rotas and labour.
• Maintain HACCP processes and hygiene standards.
• Assist Head Chef with menu planning and cost control.
• Oversee stock, orders, and supplier relations.

Skills

Spice blending

Pan-work

Traditional cooking

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Level 2 Food Safety Certificate

Basic Food Hygiene

Job description

Bombay Story Indian Kitchen & Bar in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Indian Specialist Curry Chef to lead our curry section and support the Head Chef. You will prepare regional curries, gravies, sauces, and marinades, supervise kitchen staff, and ensure dishes meet our high standards of quality, taste, and presentation.

You will manage stock, food costs, and HACCP compliance while mentoring junior chefs and developing seasonal menu ideas.