Commis II - Tandoor

Accor; Gandhinagar; On-site; INR 250,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

Accor in Gandhinagar, India seeks a Tandoor commis to assist chefs in daily Indian cuisine prep and production. You will work under the Chef de Partie/Sous Chef in the Tandoor section, handling breads, kebabs, and tandoori items while maintaining mise-en-place and safety standards.

The role requires 1–2 years in Tandoor/Indian cuisine, basic food safety knowledge, and a willingness to work shifts in a fast-paced kitchen environment. Join Accor for growth and teamwork in a dynamic hotel setting.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in Tandoor/Indian cuisine
• Basic knowledge of tandoor cooking, kebabs, breads, and marinades
• Food safety and hygiene standards knowledge
• Good teamwork and communication skills
• Willingness to work in shifts and a fast-paced kitchen environment

Responsibilities

• Assist the Chef de Partie/Sous Chef in the Tandoor section for daily food preparation and operations
• Prepare and cook Indian breads, kebabs, tandoori items, and other assigned dishes as per standard recipes
• Ensure proper mise-en-place before service
• Maintain consistency in taste, quality, portion size, presentation, and cooking standards
• Ensure correct use and handling of the tandoor and other kitchen equipment
• Monitor cooking temperatures and times to ensure safety and quality
• Prepare marinades, gravies, dough, and other ingredients for the Tandoor section
• Follow standard recipes and portion controls
• Maintain food hygiene, sanitation, and HACCP standards
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the Tandoor section and equipment
• Check quality and freshness of ingredients and report discrepancies
• Ensure proper storage, labeling, and rotation of items per FIFO
• Minimize waste and use ingredients efficiently
• Coordinate with F&B Service and other kitchen sections
• Assist in receiving, storing, and organizing kitchen supplies
• Support team during buffets, banquets, events and high-volume operations
• Follow all hotel policies and SOPs
• Maintain professional attitude as part of the kitchen team
• Perform other duties assigned by Chef/Supervisor

Skills

Tandoor cooking

Indian cuisine

Food safety basics

Teamwork

Education

Culinary/Hotel Management certification

Job description

Job Description:

Company Description

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Job Description

• Assist the Chef de Partie/Sous Chef in the Tandoor section for daily food preparation and operations.
• Prepare and cook Indian breads, kebabs, tandoori items, and other assigned dishes as per standard recipes.
• Ensure proper mise-en-place is completed before service.
• Maintain consistency in taste, quality, portion size, presentation, and cooking standards.
• Ensure the correct use and handling of the tandoor and other kitchen equipment.
• Monitor cooking temperatures and cooking times to ensure food is prepared safely and correctly.
• Prepare marinades, gravies, dough, and other ingredients required for the Tandoor section.
• Follow standard recipes, food presentation guidelines, and portion controls.
• Ensure proper food hygiene, sanitation, and HACCP standards are followed at all times.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the Tandoor section, equipment, utensils, and workstations.
• Check the quality and freshness of ingredients and report any discrepancies to the senior chef.
• Ensure proper storage, labelling, and rotation of food items as per FIFO standards.
• Minimize food wastage and use ingredients efficiently.
• Coordinate with the F&B Service team and other kitchen sections to ensure smooth service.
• Assist in receiving, storing, and organizing kitchen supplies when required.
• Support the team during buffets, banquets, events, and high-volume operations.
• Follow all hotel policies, safety procedures, and departmental SOPs.
• Maintain a professional attitude and work effectively as part of the kitchen team.
• Perform any other duties and responsibilities assigned by the Chef/Supervisor.

Qualifications

• 10th/12th Pass; Culinary/Hotel Management certification preferred.
• 1–2 years of experience in Tandoor/Indian cuisine.
• Basic knowledge of Tandoor cooking, kebabs, breads, and marinades.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.
• Good teamwork and communication skills.
• Willingness to work in shifts and a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Additional Information

"Diversity&Inclusionfor Accor means welcoming each and everyoneandrespecting their differences by giving priority only to qualities andskills in extending employment and development opportunities."

Our ambition is toprovide meaningful employment, a warm and welcoming culture, excellentworking conditions and to promote the development ofall people, including thosewith disabilities.

"Do not hesitate to let us know of any specific needs you may have so that we can take them into consideration."

• Job-Category: Culinary
• Job Type: Permanent
• Job Schedule: Full-Time

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