Creative Indian Chef—Curry & Tandoor Mastery

Finance Bloom; Ōtara-Papatoetoe; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jora New Zealand seeks an experienced Indian Chef specialising in curry and tandoor to join a busy restaurant team in Auckland. You will produce authentic flavours while crafting innovative dishes that stand out from typical Indian restaurants.

Requirements include 3+ years in Indian cuisine, strong curry and tandoor skills, and the ability to work under pressure. Must have NZ residency or an open work visa with unrestricted rights.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' professional experience preparing Indian cuisine, preferably 3–4 years or more.
• Strong experience in both curry and tandoor sections.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Creative approach to developing dishes that stand out from standard Indian restaurant offerings.
• Strong understanding of Indian spices, marinades and traditional cooking techniques.
• Good communication, organisation and teamwork skills.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends and public holidays when required.
• Must hold New Zealand residency or an open work visa with unrestricted work rights.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook high-quality Indian curry and tandoor dishes.
• Operate the tandoor confidently and consistently.
• Develop creative dishes, flavours and presentation styles.
• Maintain consistency in taste, quality and portion size.
• Ensure food safety, hygiene and kitchen standards are followed.
• Monitor stock levels, minimise wastage and assist with ordering.
• Work closely with the kitchen and front-of-house teams.
• Assist with menu development and daily specials.

Skills

Curry & Tandoor mastery

Food safety HACCP

Creative menu development

Teamwork & communication

Job description

Jora New Zealand seeks an experienced Indian Chef specialising in curry and tandoor to join a busy restaurant team in Auckland. You will produce authentic flavours while crafting innovative dishes that stand out from typical Indian restaurants.

Requirements include 3+ years in Indian cuisine, strong curry and tandoor skills, and the ability to work under pressure. Must have NZ residency or an open work visa with unrestricted rights.