Department: Food Production | Fine Dining Restaurant

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Chef de Partie specialising in Indian Tandoor cuisine to manage the Tandoor section in a fine dining restaurant. The candidate should have strong expertise in traditional Indian tandoor cooking techniques, kebabs, breads, marinades, and charcoal-based cooking, while maintaining exceptional standards of taste, quality, presentation, and consistency.

Key Roles & Responsibilities1. Tandoor Section Operations

- Independently manage the Indian Tandoor section.
- Handle daily mise en place and ensure readiness before service.
- Operate and maintain the clay tandoor and charcoal-based cooking equipment.
- Maintain appropriate tandoor temperature for different preparations.
- Ensure smooth kitchen operations during peak service hours.

2. Indian Tandoor Food Preparation

- Expert knowledge of chicken tikka, malai tikka, tandoori chicken, seekh kebab, galouti kebab, paneer tikka, and assorted Indian kebabs.
- Prepare different types of Indian breads, including naan, butter naan, garlic naan, tandoori roti, lachha paratha, and kulcha.
- Prepare traditional Indian marinades, yoghurt-based mixtures, spice blends, and tandoori masalas.
- Maintain authentic flavours, textures, and cooking techniques.

3. Food Quality & Presentation

- Maintain consistency in taste, texture, portion size, and presentation.
- Follow standard recipes and fine dining plating guidelines.
- Ensure proper cooking temperatures and doneness.
- Maintain high standards of food quality and freshness.
- Handle special guest requests and dietary requirements.

4. Team Management

- Supervise and guide Commis Chefs and kitchen assistants.
- Delegate daily preparation and operational responsibilities.
- Train junior team members in tandoor techniques and cooking standards.
- Coordinate with the Sous Chef and other kitchen sections.

5. Hygiene & Food Safety

- Follow HACCP and food safety standards.
- Maintain cleanliness of the tandoor,



workstation, and kitchen equipment.
- Ensure proper storage, labelling, and handling of raw and cooked food.
- Follow FIFO practices and prevent cross-contamination.
- Maintain personal grooming and kitchen hygiene standards.

6. Inventory & Cost Control

- Monitor daily stock and ingredient requirements.
- Ensure proper portion control and minimise food wastage.
- Maintain optimum utilisation of meat, poultry, vegetables, and other ingredients.
- Assist with inventory checks and stock requisitions.

Qualifications & Experience

- Diploma or degree in Culinary Arts / Hotel Management preferred.
- Minimum 2–4 years of experience in Indian Tandoor operations.
- Previous experience in a fine dining restaurant or luxury hotel preferred.
- Solid knowledge of Indian kebabs, tikkas, marinades, and tandoor breads.
- Ability to independently handle the Tandoor section.
- Good knowledge of food safety and kitchen hygiene standards.

Required Skills

- Expert knowledge of Indian Tandoor cooking.
- Strong command of traditional Indian spices and marinades.
- Expertise in clay tandoor operation and temperature control.
- Excellent bread-making and kebab preparation skills.
- Fine dining plating and presentation.
- Team handling and leadership skills.
- Ability to work under pressure during busy service.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

- Food quality and consistency.
- Tandoor cooking and plating standards.
- Food wastage and cost control.
- Kitchen hygiene and safety compliance.
- Timely food preparation during service.
- Guest satisfaction and feedback.
- Team productivity and section efficiency.

Reporting Structure

- Reports To: Sous Chef / Head Chef
- Supervises: Demi Chef de Partie / Commis Chef / Kitchen Helpers

Position: Chef de Partie – Indian Tandoor

Ideal Candidate: A skilled Indian Tandoor chef with strong expertise in kebabs, tikkas, Indian breads, traditional marinades, and fine dining presentation, capable of independently managing the Tandoor section.

Pay: ₹38,000.00 - ₹40,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

📌 Chef de Partie, Fine-Dine Restuarant (Chennai)
🏢 Kofteci Foodkrafts pvt.,ltd
📍 Chennai