Line Cook Curry

JKS Restaurants Ltd.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

JKS Restaurants Ltd. in New York City is seeking a Curry Line Cook to prepare authentic Indian curries, sauces, and related dishes with precision, flavor, and high-volume reliability.

You will work with the Executive Chef and Head Chef to maintain quality, safety, and cleanliness while applying traditional techniques and spices. A flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in a similar line cook role.
• Experience with Indian curries and masalas.
• Ability to follow recipes and maintain consistency.
• Comfortable in fast-paced high-volume kitchens.
• Strong cleanliness and food safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist with opening/closing procedures and keep the station organized.
• Prepare and cook Indian curries, sauces, and related dishes.
• Demonstrate knowledge of Indian spices and curry techniques.
• Maintain mise en place and proper labeling of ingredients.
• Ensure efficient service during peak periods.
• Adhere to recipes, prep lists, and kitchen policies.
• Report maintenance issues promptly.
• Attend briefings and training sessions.

Skills

Line Cook

Curry

Indian cuisine

Food safety

High-volume service

Job description

REPORTING INTO: Executive Chef & Head Chef

JOB OVERVIEW: The Curry Line Cook is responsible for preparing and executing authentic Indian curry dishes while maintaining consistency, quality, cleanliness, and food safety standards. This position requires a strong understanding of Indian spices, curry bases, traditional cooking techniques, and proper preparation methods. The Curry Line Cook will work closely with the Head Chef and wider culinary team to deliver refined Indian cuisine while respecting traditional techniques and ingredients.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in opening and closing procedures to prepare the kitchen for service and maintain cleanliness and organization throughout.
• Prepare and cook a variety of Indian curries, sauces, and related dishes according to established recipes and standards.
• Demonstrate knowledge of Indian spices, masalas, tempering/tadka, marinades, and curry preparation techniques.
• Prepare mise en place, including vegetables, proteins, herbs, spices, sauces, and curry bases.
• Properly cook and handle meat, poultry, seafood, and vegetarian dishes.
• Maintain consistency in flavor, seasoning, texture, portion size, and presentation.
• Follow recipes, prep lists, and direction from Sous Chefs and senior culinary leadership.
• Set up, maintain, and properly break down the assigned station for each service.
• Ensure food is prepared and served efficiently during high-volume service.
• Properly label, date, store, and rotate ingredients according to food safety standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation.
• Follow all company food safety, sanitation, and kitchen policies.
• Immediately report equipment, ventilation, gas, fire-safety, or maintenance concerns to management.
• Attend briefings, meetings, and training sessions to stay informed about menu offerings, updated protocols, and industry best practices.
• Report any health & safety issues or faulty equipment promptly for resolution.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum (2) years in a similar position
• Previous experience as a Line Cook, Curry Cook, or similar culinary position preferred.
• Experience preparing Indian cuisine, particularly curry-based dishes.
• Working knowledge of Indian spices, masalas, sauces, and traditional cooking techniques.
• Ability to follow recipes and maintain consistent quality.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen.
• Strong attention to cleanliness, organization, and food safety.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a culinary team.
• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Experience in a fine-dining, luxury hospitality, or high-volume restaurant environment preferred.
• Ability to maintain quality and consistency during demanding service periods.
• Strong knife skills and food preparation techniques.
• Excellent organization and time-management skills.
• Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, and allergen procedures.
• Ability to follow detailed recipes and specifications while maintaining consistency.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that are to be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear and taste or smell. The employee is frequently required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

The statements in this job description are intended to describe the essential nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be ALL responsibilities or qualifications of this job.

JKS Restaurants (dba: Ambassadors Clubhouse NYC LLC) is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.