Chettinad Cook & Spice Specialist (Indian Cuisine)

VILLAGE FLAVOR PTE. LTD.; Dublin; On-site; EUR 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

VILLAGE FLAVOR PTE. LTD. in Ireland is seeking a skilled cook to manage authentic Indian Chettinad cuisine, including fresh masalas and spice blends. You will prepare both vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes, ensuring quality and consistency while maintaining hygiene standards.

The role requires ability to work with grinders, slicers and mixers, and to handle rotating shifts, weekends and public holidays in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in related food and beverage preparation positions.
• Excellent experience with Indian Chettinad varieties.
• Deep knowledge of diverse Indian spice blends, marinades, and traditional cooking methods.
• Ability to use slicers, mixers, grinders, etc.
• Valid food hygiene certification is a plus.
• Good working knowledge of sanitation standards and health codes.
• Team Player, able to handle work in a high pressure, fast-paced work environment.
• Able to work on rotating shifts, weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Cook both vegetarian and non-vegetarian Indian cuisines.
• Prepare specialised Chettinad dishes per menu.
• Prepare fresh ground Chettinad masalas, complex marinades, herb & spice blends.
• Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients according to the recipe portions.
• Hands-on experience grinding batter using a wet grinder.
• Blend batters in proportions to maintain consistency and quality.
• Check food and ingredients for freshness.
• Arrange and garnish dishes to look appealing to customers.
• Plan seasonal dishes and specials alongside established menus.
• Ensure that the kitchen area, equipment and utensils are cleaned.
• Practice proper hygiene and sanitation.
• Handle additional tasks as assigned by the head cook.

Skills

F&B cooking

Chettinad cuisine

Indian spice blends

Kitchen equipment

Sanitation standards

Team player

Rotating shifts

Tools

Slicers

Mixers

Grinders

Job description

VILLAGE FLAVOR PTE. LTD. in Ireland is seeking a skilled cook to manage authentic Indian Chettinad cuisine, including fresh masalas and spice blends. You will prepare both vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes, ensuring quality and consistency while maintaining hygiene standards.

The role requires ability to work with grinders, slicers and mixers, and to handle rotating shifts, weekends and public holidays in a fast-paced kitchen environment.