Job Summary

We are seeking a Kitchen Helper with knowledge of Tandoor cooking to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate will have practical experience working in an Indian kitchen and a good understanding of basic tandoor preparation and cooking techniques.

This role is suitable for someone who can support the Tandoor Chef and kitchen team while also being able to prepare and cook selected tandoori items when required. The candidate should be hardworking, reliable, able to work under pressure, and committed to maintaining high standards of food quality and hygiene.

Key Responsibilities

1. Kitchen & Tandoor Support

• Assist the Tandoor Chef with the preparation and cooking of tandoori dishes.

• Prepare and handle ingredients, marinades, spice mixtures, and other items required for tandoor cooking.

• Have basic knowledge of preparing naan, roti, tandoori chicken, kebabs, and other tandoori dishes.

• Assist with operating and monitoring the tandoor under the direction of the Tandoor Chef.

• Help ensure food is prepared quickly and efficiently during busy service periods.

• Follow recipes, portion sizes, presentation standards, and customer order specifications.

2. Kitchen Hygiene & Maintenance

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the tandoor station and kitchen work area.

• Clean and properly maintain tandoor equipment, utensils, and cooking tools.

• Follow all food safety and hygiene regulations.

• Ensure ingredients and supplies are stored correctly.

• Assist with checking and restocking spices, ingredients, and kitchen supplies.

3. Food Preparation

• Assist with preparation of meat, vegetables, naan dough, marinades, sauces, and other kitchen ingredients.

• Carry out basic cutting, chopping, portioning, and preparation tasks.

• Ensure ingredients are fresh and prepared according to kitchen standards.

• Support other kitchen sections when required.

4. Quality & Service

• Maintain consistent quality, taste, and presentation of tandoori items.

• Work efficiently during busy periods and handle multiple orders.

• Communicate effectively with the Tandoor Chef and other kitchen staff.

• Follow instructions and contribute to a positive and professional kitchen environment.

Requirements

• Previous experience working in an Indian restaurant.

• Basic to good knowledge of Tandoor cooking and preparation.

• Experience with naan, roti, kebabs, tandoori chicken, or similar dishes is an advantage.

• Willingness to learn and develop tandoor cooking skills.

• Good understanding of food hygiene and kitchen safety.

• Ability to work efficiently in a high-volume restaurant environment.

• Ability to work as part of a team.

• Reliable, hardworking, and flexible with working hours.

• Good organizational and multitasking skills.

Skills

• Basic knowledge of traditional Indian cuisine and spices.

• Knowledge of tandoor cooking techniques.

• Good food preparation and knife skills.

• Ability to work under pressure during busy service.

• Strong attention to cleanliness and food quality.

• Positive attitude and willingness to support the kitchen team.