Specialist Tandoori Chef De Partie

Goldstar Chefs; Seaford; On-site; GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious recruitment agency is seeking a Specialist Tandoori Chef De Partie for a well-known Indian restaurant in Seaford, England. The position offers a gross OTE salary of around £34,000 and includes benefits such as 28 days paid holiday and workplace pension. Candidates must have experience in preparing high-quality Tandoori dishes and at least 3 years in a similar role. If you're a passionate chef ready for a rewarding opportunity in the UK's vibrant culinary scene, apply now.

Benefits

28 days paid holiday

Employer’s workplace pension

Employee care and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Eligibility to live and work in UK.
• Experience in preparation of authentic high-quality Tandoori dishes.
• Technical knowledge of ingredient quality and sourcing.
• Industrial training in a world-renowned culinary institute.
• At least 3 years of previous experience in role.
• Relevant Health & Safety credentials and knowledge of HACCP protocols.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Performance, achievement and results driven

Leadership qualities

Time Management

Attention to detail

Creative and passionate about culinary excellence

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in culinary arts or similar

Job description

Overview

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 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 hospitality immigration specialist), we enable talented professionals like you to be hired in 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 growth, and exceptional employee care and well-being.

This position is offered by a Prestigious Indian restaurant in Seaford, England.

Are you a creative and passionate Chef with outstanding skills? Are you ready for a new lifetime opportunity to do AMAZING work? Are you ready to discover a brighter, more rewarding and prosperous future for you and your family in UK? Then take a look!

Position Details

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

Responsibilities

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 job role, including training and supervising of Commi Chefs and other junior kitchen staff, and assist in the company's impending apprenticeship scheme.

Minimum Requirements

• Eligibility to live and work in 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
• Relevant Health & Safety credentials and knowledge of HACCP protocols
• Resident within commutable distance of up to one hour

Attributes & Skills

• 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 BE ABLE TO WORK AT SPEED AND UNDER PRESSURE

Additional Information

GOOD NEWS IF YOU ARE IN UK ON SPONSORED VISA AND LOOKING FOR A NEW SPONSOR : For assurance and peace of mind we place you with stable and reliable Goldstar Chefs approved sponsor employers only. We source you fantastic UK job opportunities and present your profile to a high standard. For BEST salary awards, personal growth and long-term job satisfaction choose to 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 avail.) menus you have worked on, plus any commendations and references to hand.

This vacancy is open to qualifying international, and 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 calling you for onsite interview. If you cannot or will not provide in advance your application may be rejected. You must produce evidence in original form at time of interview.

OVERSEAS APPLICANTS - Kindly note relevant fees/charges relating to UKVI Skilled Worker Sponsorship are borne by you (incl.travel to UK) (employer pays 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.

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

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

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

Closing date: 20.01.2026