Independent Working Chef (Indian Cuisine)

Agsweltgermany; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Kareer Krafters Pvt. Ltd. seeks Independent Working Chefs specialized in Indian cuisine to join a growing restaurant team in Amsterdam, Netherlands.

The role is full-time and permanent, with a 38-hour week. Prepare authentic Indian dishes, maintain high quality and safety standards, and support kitchen staff in a busy environment. Salary ranges from €2,505 to €3,200 gross per month, with holiday pay and gratuities, negotiable based on experience.

Qualifications

• MBO Level 3 or equivalent work and thinking level.
• Previous professional kitchen or Indian cuisine experience is preferred.
• Strong attention to quality and detail.
• Good knowledge of food hygiene and kitchen safety.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Fast, organized, and hands-on approach.
• Ability to remain calm and efficient under pressure.
• Flexible to work morning, afternoon, and evening shifts.
• Willingness to learn and develop Indian cooking skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook Indian dishes according to established recipes and quality standards.
• Carry out preparation tasks such as washing, cutting, mixing, pre-cooking, and portioning.
• Check the quality and freshness of ingredients.
• Monitor taste, colour, texture, presentation, and doneness.
• Prepare à la minute orders and maintain workstation organization.
• Follow food hygiene, health, safety, and HACCP standards.
• Support and guide kitchen assistants when required.
• Maintain consistent food quality during busy service periods.
• Training will be provided in Indian cooking techniques and restaurant-specific methods.

Skills

Independent working

Indian cuisine

Food hygiene

Team collaboration

Working under pressure

Education

MBO Level 3 or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Kareer Krafters Pvt. Ltd. is looking for Independent Working Chefs specializing in Indian Cuisine to join a growing restaurant team in Amsterdam, Netherlands. The position is full-time and permanent, with expected working hours of 38 hours per week.

The chef will prepare and cook Indian dishes according to established recipes and quality standards, carry out preparation tasks such as washing, cutting, mixing, pre-cooking, and portioning, and check the quality and freshness of ingredients. Responsibilities also include monitoring taste, colour, texture, presentation, and doneness, preparing à la minute orders, maintaining an organized workstation, and following food hygiene, health, safety, and HACCP standards.

The role also involves supporting and guiding kitchen assistants when required and maintaining consistent food quality during busy service periods. Training will be provided in Indian cooking techniques and restaurant-specific preparation methods, with opportunities to develop skills in Indian curry preparation and tandoor cooking.

Candidates should have MBO Level 3 or equivalent work and thinking level. Previous professional kitchen or Indian cuisine experience is preferred. The stated salary is €2,505–€3,200 gross per month, plus holiday pay and gratuities, with salary negotiable based on experience.

Requirements

• MBO Level 3 or equivalent work and thinking level
• Previous experience in a professional kitchen or Indian cuisine is preferred
• Strong attention to quality and detail
• Good knowledge of food hygiene and kitchen safety
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Fast, organized, and hands-on approach
• Ability to remain calm and efficient under pressure
• Flexible to work morning, afternoon, and evening shifts
• Willingness to learn and develop Indian cooking skills