Specialist Tandoori Chef De Partie

Goldstar Chefs; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality recruitment firm is seeking a Specialist Tandoori Chef De Partie for a prestigious Fine Dining Indian Restaurant in Glasgow. The role requires preparation of high-quality Tandoori dishes, supervision of kitchen staff, and at least 3 years of experience as a Head Chef. The position offers a gross salary package between £31,500 to £35,000 annually, alongside various benefits including paid holidays and workplace pension.

Benefits

28 days paid holiday (pro rata)

Employer’s workplace pension

Employee care and well-being support

Qualifications

• Experience in authentic Tandoori dishes required.
• Technical knowledge of ingredient quality and sourcing.
• At least 3 years as Head Chef plus 6 years in escalating roles.

Responsibilities

• Skillful preparation of complex Tandoori dishes.
• Supervise and train Commi Chefs and junior staff.
• Manage kitchen operations as per role requirements.

Skills

Preparation of high-quality Tandoori dishes

Team leadership

Time management

Culinary creativity

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in culinary arts

Industrial training in culinary institute

Job description

Welcome to GOLDSTAR CHEFS, the UK’s main recruitment hub for International themed establishments seeking high calibre international hospitality professionals from around the world as well as within the UK. The UK is probably the world’s biggest and most advanced global cuisine market and an attractive job market for International Chefs and Hospitality Managers. As a reputed hospitality recruiter (and government-authorised migration specialist), we enable talented professionals like you to be hired in the UK’s diverse hospitality industry sectors.

We represent stable, reputed, and principled employers who abide by high standards of employment practices and ethics. A Goldstar Chefs associated employer offers a higher salary, long-term stability, professional development, and exceptional employee care and well-being.

The position is being offered by the prestigious Fine Dining Indian Restaurant in Glasgow that has been serving customers since 1982. The restaurant uses only the best local produce, fresh herbs and carefully selected whole spices, aiming to provide traditional Indian dishes while keeping up with modern food trends. It is one of Glasgow’s leading Indian restaurants and a destination of choice for Indian food lovers.

Position Details

• Position: Specialist Tandoori Chef De Partie
• Employer: Fine Dining Indian Restaurant
• Location: Glasgow, Scotland
• Gross OTE salary package: £31,500 to £35,000 per annum
• Weekly working hours/days: 38 to 48 hours within 5 / 6 days
• Benefits & Entitlements: 28 days paid holiday (pro rata), incentives, employer’s workplace pension, employee care and well-being support, and more

Your role involves skillful preparation of complex 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 Commi Chefs and other junior kitchen staff.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to live and work in the UK
• Experience in the preparation of authentic high‑quality 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 role of Head Chef plus a minimum of 6 years of prior experience in escalating job ranks
• Relevant health & safety credentials and knowledge of HACCP protocols
• Resident within a commutable distance of up to one hour

Additional Attributes

• Performance, achievement and results driven
• Leadership qualities
• Time management
• Eye for detail
• Ability to work well with others
• Creative, energetic and passionate about delivering culinary excellence
• Hardworking, fastidious and conscientious
• 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

Application Process

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, and any commendations and references.

This vacancy is open to worldwide as well as UK candidates.

Important Note

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

Overseas applicants – Relevant fees/charges relating to UKVI Skilled Worker Sponsorship are borne by you (including travel to the UK) though the employer pays the relevant UKVI sponsor fees. If you are eligible for the post and agree to the aforementioned in principle, we will send you full details and related costs of UK employment and visa formalities.

UKVI Skilled Workers visa leads to eligibility for settlement in the UK after 5 years. Plus, your spouse/family can also enter and reside with you on a dependent visa while you are in the UK. Please note this is in accordance with the UKVI Skilled Workers immigration rules at the time of posting this ad.

Goldstar Chefs do NOT ask for upfront payment for shortlisting your CV for this vacancy. Due to the expected volume of responses, we are unable to deal with phone inquiries, so please do not call. We will contact you if shortlisted.

Goldstar Chefs is a nationwide recruitment organisation serving the UK hospitality industry. We are also a UK government (IAA) regulated immigration adviser with specialist expertise in UKVI Skilled Workers sponsorship formalities for employees and employers. Goldstar Chefs is a Corporate Member of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC).