Specialist Chef for Authentic Indian Cuisine

About the job

Main Responsibilities

The Specialist Chef is responsible for the professional preparation and consistent quality of authentic Indian dishes according to traditional recipes and the standards of Garhwal Indian Restaurant.

The main duties include:

• Preparation of authentic Indian dishes from different regional culinary traditions.
• Independent preparation of curries, gravies, sauces, marinades and traditional spice blends.
• Professional use of Indian spices, herbs and traditional cooking techniques.
• Preparation of vegetarian and non-vegetarian Indian dishes.
• Preparation and cooking of tandoori dishes using a traditional tandoor oven.
• Preparation of Indian breads such as Naan, Garlic Naan, Butter Naan, Roti and Paratha.
• Preparation of traditional dishes including chicken, lamb, fish, paneer, lentils, vegetables and rice dishes.
• Knowledge of traditional Indian cooking methods such as Tandoor, Dum cooking, Tadka, Bhunao and slow cooking.
• Maintaining authentic taste, presentation and consistent food quality.
• Preparation and organisation of food for à-la-carte service, group menus, buffets, events and catering.
• Preparation of mise en place and organisation of the assigned kitchen section.
• Monitoring food quality, freshness, storage and correct handling of ingredients.
• Ensuring compliance with hygiene, food-safety and cleanliness standards.
• Proper storage and economical use of food products to minimise waste.
• Monitoring stock levels and supporting the ordering of ingredients and spices.
• Cooperation with the Head Chef and other kitchen employees during daily service.
• Supporting and training kitchen staff in traditional Indian preparation and cooking techniques.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently during busy restaurant service.

Required Professional Skills

The candidate should have:

• Professional experience as an Indian Specialist Chef / Spezialitätenkoch.
• Extensive practical knowledge of authentic Indian cuisine.
• Strong knowledge of Indian spices and traditional spice combinations.
• Professional experience with a traditional tandoor oven.
• Experience preparing curries, sauces, marinades, Indian breads, rice dishes and traditional Indian specialities.
• Ability to reproduce traditional recipes consistently in a professional restaurant environment.
• Knowledge of food hygiene, kitchen organisation and safe food handling.
• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining quality and consistency.
• Ability to work independently as well as as part of a professional kitchen team.

Purpose of the Position

The position requires specialised knowledge of authentic Indian cuisine and traditional Indian cooking techniques. The Specialist Chef is responsible for helping Garhwal Indian Restaurant maintain the authenticity, quality and consistency of its Indian cuisine while supporting the restaurant's à-la-carte business, group events and catering activities.