Job Title : Cook (Indian Cuisine - Curry, Tandoor & Halwai)

Brand : Currylane (Curry-Based QSR Drive-Thru) Location : Aerocity, Mohali, Punjab Employment Type : Full-Time Shift : Rotational (including evenings, weekends, and holidays) Reports To : Head Chef / Kitchen Manager

Position Overview : The Cook at Currylane will be responsible for preparing authentic and high-quality Indian food with specialization in curries, tandoor, and traditional halwai preparations (Indian snacks & sweets) in a fast-paced QSR environment .

This role requires hands-on expertise in halwai-style cooking , including preparation of Indian street snacks and mithai, along with maintaining consistency, speed, and quality across dine-in, takeaway, and drive-thru orders.

Key Responsibilities : Food Preparation & Cooking :

- Prepare and cook a variety of Indian curries (veg & non-veg) as per standardized recipes.

- Operate and manage the tandoor section , including naan, roti, kulcha, kebabs, and grilled items.

- Take ownership of the Halwai section , including:

- Preparation of Indian snacks such as samosas, pakoras, chaat items, kachori, etc.

- Preparation of Indian sweets (mithai) such as gulab jamun, halwa, jalebi, etc.

- Managing batter, dough, frying techniques, sugar syrups, and traditional methods.

- Ensure consistency in taste, portioning, and presentation across all items.

QSR Kitchen Operations :

- Execute orders with speed and accuracy for drive-thru, takeaway, and dine-in formats.
- Maintain high efficiency during peak hours while ensuring quality standards.
- Coordinate with front-of-house team for seamless service and quick turnaround time.

Quality Control & Food Safety :

- Follow strict food safety and hygiene standards .
- Ensure proper handling of dairy, oils, sugar syrups, and perishable halwai ingredients.
- Maintain cleanliness of the halwai section, tandoor, and cooking stations.
- Monitor freshness, shelf-life, and quality of prepared sweets and snacks.





Recipe Adherence & Standardization :

- Follow standardized recipes for curries, tandoor, and halwai items.
- Maintain consistency in taste, texture, and appearance , especially for sweets and fried items.
- Support menu innovation and trials for new snack or dessert offerings.

Inventory & Cost Control :

- Manage inventory for halwai ingredients such as flour, ghee, sugar, dry fruits, and oils.
- Ensure proper stock rotation (FIFO) and minimize wastage.
- Inform management about shortages or quality issues.

Equipment Handling & Maintenance :

- Safely operate tandoor, deep fryers, kadai, and other halwai equipment .
- Ensure proper cleaning and upkeep of kitchen tools and equipment.

Qualifications :

- Minimum High School or equivalent; Culinary training preferred.
- 3-6 years of experience , with strong hands-on experience as a Halwai along with Indian curry and tandoor cooking.

Skills & Competencies :

- Strong expertise in:

- Halwai cooking (Indian sweets & snacks) :

- Indian curries and gravies :

- Tandoor operations :

- Deep understanding of traditional recipes, frying techniques, and sugar syrup consistency.

- Ability to work in a high-volume, quick-paced QSR setup.

- Knowledge of hygiene and food safety practices.

- Good teamwork and coordination skills.

Preferred :

- Prior experience in QSR, sweet shops, or high-volume Indian kitchens .
- Experience handling bulk production of snacks and sweets .
- Ability to standardize traditional recipes for scale.

Personal Attributes :

- Passion for Indian cooking, especially halwai craftsmanship .
- Detail-oriented with focus on taste and quality.
- Disciplined, punctual, and reliable.
- Ability to perform under pressure during peak service hours.

Working Conditions :

- Fast-paced kitchen with exposure to heat (tandoor, frying, sugar work).
- Long standing hours.
- Rotational shifts including weekends and holidays.

Pay: ₹18,000.00 - ₹25,000.00 per month

Benefits :

- Food provided
- Provident Fund

Work Location: In person

📌 Cook (Indian Cuisine - Curry, Tandoor & Halwai) (Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar)
🏢 Chandi Hospitality Group
📍 Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar