Job Title: Indian Cook / Indian Chef (Commis / CDP)

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- Department: Kitchen / Food & Beverage
- Reports To: Head Chef, Sous Chef, or Kitchen Manager

Job Summary

The Indian Cook is responsible for preparing authentic, high-quality Indian dishes according to established recipes and kitchen standards. This role requires a solid command of Indian spices, regional cooking techniques (such as gravies, tandoor, or tawa preparations), and strict adherence to kitchen hygiene and food safety guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

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- Food Preparation & Cooking: Prepare authentic Indian menu items (curries, gravies, dals, rice, breads/tandoor items, or regional specialties) from scratch with consistent taste and texture.
- Station Management: Set up and manage the assigned Indian kitchen station (hot range, tandoor, or prep area) during service hours.
- Inventory & Stock Control: Monitor ingredient and spice levels, assist with stock rotation, and report daily ordering needs to the kitchen manager.
- Hygiene & Safety: Maintain a clean, sanitized, and organized workspace. Comply with local health, safety, and HACCP food-handling regulations.




- Quality Control: Check food quality, taste, and presentation before dispatching plates to the service line.
- Collaboration: Assist junior kitchen staff, coordinate with service staff, and support menu planning or special event catering when required.

Requirements & Qualifications

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- Experience: Proven working experience as an Indian Cook or Chef in a restaurant, hotel, or resort setting (typically 1–5+ years depending on level).
- Culinary Knowledge: Deep familiarity with regional Indian cuisines, spice blending (masalas), and traditional cooking equipment (tandoor, heavy kadhais, tawas).
- Education: Culinary arts diploma, trade certification, or equivalent practical kitchen experience preferred.
- Skills: Strong knife skills, attention to detail, ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and good team communication.
- Physical & Schedule Flexibility: Ability to stand for long shifts and work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings.

📌 Indian Cook (Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar)
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📍 Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar