Specialist Tandoori Chef De Partie

Goldstar Chefs; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK recruitment agency for hospitality is looking for a Specialist Grill/Tandoori Chef De Partie in Edinburgh. You will prepare complex Grill/Tandoori dishes, supervise junior staff, and contribute to the apprenticeship scheme. The position offers a gross salary package of around £34,000, along with benefits like 28 days paid holiday and a pension plan. Candidates must have at least 3 years of relevant experience and the eligibility to work in the UK.

Benefits

28 days paid holiday

Employer’s workplace pension

Employee care and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Eligibility to live and work in the UK.
• At least 3 years of experience in a similar role.
• Relevant Health & Safety credentials and knowledge of HACCP protocols.

Responsibilities

• Skillful preparation of complex Grill/Tandoori dishes.
• Train and supervise junior kitchen staff.
• Assist in the company's apprenticeship scheme.

Skills

Preparation of authentic Grill/Tandoori dishes

Leadership qualities

Time Management

Attention to detail

Collaborative team player

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in culinary arts

Job description

Overview

Welcome to GOLDSTAR CHEFS, the UK's main recruitment hub for international hospitality professionals. We enable talented professionals to be hired in UK's diverse hospitality industry sectors and represent stable, reputed employers with high standards of employment practices and ethics.

This position is offered by one of the Largest Multi Cuisine Restaurants, with multiple sites across Scotland.

Position details

• Position: Specialist Grill / Tandoori Chef De Partie
• Employer: Large Multi Cuisine Restaurant
• Location: Edinburgh
• Gross OTE salary package: Circa £34,000 (incl. share of tronc/serv.chge + target led bonus)
• Weekly hours: up to 48 hours / 5 days (to be confirmed)
• Benefits & Entitlements: 28 days paid holiday (pro rata), employer’s workplace pension, employee care and wellbeing support + more

Responsibilities

Your role involves skillful preparation of complex Grill / Tandoori dishes and specialties specific to the regional theme of the establishment and its menus. You will be responsible for a series of kitchen operational duties commensurate with the job role, including training and supervising of Commi Chefs and other junior kitchen staff, and assisting in the company\'s impending apprenticeship scheme.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to live and work in UK
• Experience in the preparation of authentic high quality Grill/ Tandoori dishes & specialties
• Technical knowledge of ingredient quality, sourcing, measuring & formulation
• Industrial training in a world renowned culinary/hospitality institute
• Ideal previous experience of at least 3 years in the role
• Relevant Health & Safety credentials and knowledge of HACCP protocols
• Resident within commutable distance of up to one hour

Attributes

• Performance, achievement and results driven
• Leadership qualities
• Time Management
• Have an eye for detail
• Able to work well with others
• Creative, energetic and passionate about delivering culinary excellence
• A hardworking, fastidious and conscientious individual
• South health and fitness
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in culinary arts or similar
• FAST PACED AND ABLE TO WORK AT SPEED AND UNDER PRESSURE

Visa sponsorship and opportunities

GOOD NEWS IF YOU ARE IN UK ON SPONSORED VISA AND LOOKING FOR A NEW SPONSOR: We place you with Goldstar Chefs approved sponsor employers. We source UK job opportunities and present your profile to a high standard. For best salary awards, personal growth and long-term job satisfaction, work for Goldstar Chefs accredited organisations.

Boost your chances of being shortlisted by sending a video demo of your skills, photos of dishes you specialise in and/or have created, Instagram link (if available), menus you have worked on, plus any commendations and references.

Eligibility

This vacancy is open to qualifying international, non-settled as well as settled UK candidates.

Important notes

UK APPLICANTS - Prospective employers may ask for proof of right to work in UK (e.g., passport copy or other eligible evidence) to be sent by email or post before onsite interviews. If you cannot provide in advance, your application may be rejected. You must produce evidence in original form at the time of interview.

OVERSEAS APPLICANTS - Fees relating to UKVI Skilled Worker Sponsorship are borne by you (including travel to the UK). If eligible for the post, we will send full details and related costs of UK employment and visa formalities.

Please note the salary figure stated is based on the minimum immigration salary as stated in the Certificate of Sponsorship (COS) plus variable bonuses such as tronc/service charge/tips.

Goldstar Chefs do NOT ask for upfront payment for shortlisting your CV for this vacancy.

Application note

Closing date: 11.02.2026