Indian Curry and Tandoor Chefs

JobSpace; Cambridge; On-site; NZD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Jora New Zealand in Waikato is seeking an experienced Indian chef to join our busy team.

You will plan menus, manage the kitchen, and ensure dishes follow traditional methods. The role requires knowledge of spices, ingredients, and equipment, and you should be willing to work evenings and weekends.

Salary is hourly at NZD 28–32, with a minimum 30 hours per week and a typical 40 hours.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ relevant kitchen experience or a culinary qualification.
• Strong knowledge of Indian cuisine, spices, ingredients, and equipment.
• Willing to work evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Plan menus and manage the kitchen.
• Prepare dishes using traditional North/South Indian methods.
• Determine portions and pricing of dishes.
• Control quality of the dishes.
• Train other kitchen staff.
• Maintain hygiene and safety standards.

Skills

Menu planning

Indian cuisine knowledge

Food safety

Staff training

Education

Culinary qualification (relevant)

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026.

We are well known Indian restaurant in Waikato region. We are looking for Indian curry and tandoor chefs to join our busy team.

As Chef, your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Plan menus and manage the kitchen
• Ensure dishes are prepared and cooked in accordance with traditional North/South Indian methods and requirements, presenting dishes as per the requirement of the dish.
• Determine portions and pricing of dishes
• Control quality of the dishes
• Manage hygiene and safety standards in accordance with New Zealand health and safety requirements.
• Prepare gravies and sauces as per requirements of the week.
• Maintain the temperatures of cooking equipment - tandoor ovens.
• Preparing food to meet special dietary requirements of customers.
• Work effectively under pressure
• Train other kitchen staff whenever required.

Requirements:

• 2+ years’ relevant experience or a relevant tertiary qualification
• Good knowledge of Indian cuisine, including knowledge of menus, ingredients, spices, equipment and other supplies (will be tested at interview)
• Good knowledge of Indian cooking methods, including knowledge of regional differences (will be tested at interview)
• Willing to work evenings and weekends

Pay Rate:

$28 to $32 per hour (depending on experience).

Hours:

You will be guaranteed a minimum 30 hours per week but will likely be required to work approximately 40 hours per week, Monday to Sunday.

The positions are ongoing.

If you are looking for a new challenge and have the skills mentioned above, we would love to hear from you.

Applicants for this position should have NZ Citizenship, NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.