Head Chef: Indian Curry Master & Kitchen Leader

PROBASH LIMITED; Leinster; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

PROBASH LIMITED is seeking a highly skilled Head Chef specializing in authentic Indian curry cuisine to lead the kitchen team and drive high standards of food quality, presentation and safety.

The successful candidate will oversee kitchen operations, develop weekly specials, manage staff rotas and control costs while ensuring compliance with HACCP and health-and-safety requirements in a busy environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of professional experience as Head Chef, Senior Chef or Indian Curry Chef.
• Extensive expertise in authentic Indian curries, tandoori dishes and starters.
• Strong leadership, staff supervision and kitchen management skills.
• Good knowledge of HACCP, food safety, allergens and hygiene procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present a wide range of authentic Indian curry dishes using traditional recipes and techniques.
• Prepare tandoori dishes and starters; operate the tandoor safely and effectively.
• Demonstrate knowledge of Indian cuisine across meats, seafood, vegetables, rice, breads, sauces and desserts.
• Develop creative weekly specials and contribute to seasonal menu planning.
• Maintain consistency in taste, presentation, portion size and quality.
• Supervise, train and coordinate chefs and kitchen staff.
• Prepare staff rotas and manage timesheets for kitchen employees.
• Monitor stock levels, order ingredients and control food costs and wastage.
• Explain dishes, ingredients, preparation methods and allergens to staff and customers.
• Ensure HACCP, food-safety, hygiene and health-and-safety compliance.
• Maintain a clean, organised and efficient kitchen.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Kitchen management

Communication skills

English proficiency

Computer literacy

Menu development

Food safety HACCP

Stock & cost control

Pressure handling

Education

Level 6 qualification (incl Higher Advanced Certificate & National Craft Certificate)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

PROBASH LIMITED is seeking a highly skilled Head Chef specializing in authentic Indian curry cuisine to lead the kitchen team and drive high standards of food quality, presentation and safety.

The successful candidate will oversee kitchen operations, develop weekly specials, manage staff rotas and control costs while ensuring compliance with HACCP and health-and-safety requirements in a busy environment.