Tandoor Chef

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A premium Indian restaurant is seeking an experienced Tandoor Chef to join their kitchen team. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in tandoor cooking, strong knowledge of marination and cooking techniques, and a valid Food Safety certification. The role involves preparing a variety of traditional dishes while ensuring high-quality presentation and hygiene standards. If you're passionate about Indian cuisine, apply with your CV and cover letter.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Tandoor Chef in an Indian restaurant.
• Strong knowledge of Indian tandoori techniques and ingredients.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook tandoori items including kebabs, chicken, paneer, breads.
• Ensure authenticity, consistency, and high-quality presentation.
• Monitor and manage the tandoor oven temperature and cooking processes.
• Maintain hygiene and safety standards during all prep and cooking activities.
• Collaborate with the rest of the kitchen team to ensure smooth kitchen operations.

Skills

Tandoori cooking techniques

Marination skills

Heat control

English language proficiency

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in Professional Cookery

Food Safety & Hygiene Level 2 certification

Job description

About Us:
Chowrasta is a premium Indian restaurant known for delivering authentic and innovative Indian cuisine in a lively and welcoming setting. We pride ourselves on excellence, tradition, and creativity. We are now looking for an experienced and passionate Tandoor Chef to join our growing kitchen team.

Job Description:
As a Tandoor Chef, you will specialise in preparing a variety of dishes using traditional tandoor cooking techniques. This includes marinating meats, grilling breads such as naan and roti, and executing clay oven cooking to perfection. The ideal candidate should have at least 2 years of experience handling a tandoor in a professional Indian kitchen, with strong knowledge of marination, cooking times, and heat control.

Key Responsibilities:
Prepare and cook tandoori items including kebabs, chicken, paneer, breads, and grilled vegetables

Ensure authenticity, consistency, and high-quality presentation

Monitor and manage the tandoor oven temperature and cooking processes

Maintain hygiene and safety standards during all prep and cooking activities

Collaborate with the rest of the kitchen team to ensure smooth kitchen operations

Assist with marination prep, mise en place, and cleaning routines

Maintain stock levels of tandoor ingredients and assist with ordering when needed

Mandatory Requirements:
Minimum 2 years of experience as a Tandoor Chef in an Indian restaurant

Strong knowledge of Indian tandoori techniques and ingredients

Valid Food Safety & Hygiene Level 2 (or higher) certification

Right to work in the UK

Good spoken English

Desirable:
Experience working in Indian restaurants in the UK

Understanding of vegetarian and non-vegetarian grill requirements

Familiarity with allergen labelling and Natasha’s Law

NVQ Level 2/3 in Professional Cookery or equivalent qualification

First Aid certification

To Apply:
Please submit your CV along with a short cover letter detailing your tandoor experience and why you would be a great fit for Chowrasta.