Tandoor Cook

tandoori chef responsibility

A Tandoori Chef is responsible for preparing, cooking, and presenting a variety of tandoori dishes using the traditional tandoor oven. Their duties include marinating meats, seafood, and vegetables with Indian spices, operating and maintaining the tandoor, ensuring quality control of dishes, and collaborating with kitchen staff. They also manage hygiene, inventory, and may train junior staff, ensuring that all food safety and health regulations are met. Creativity in menu development and maintaining consistency and authenticity of flavors are essential parts of the role [1][2][3][4]. 

Key responsibilities typically include:

- Preparing and marinating ingredients for tandoori cooking.

- Operating the tandoor oven to grill bread, meats, and vegetables.

- Maintaining cleanliness and safety in the kitchen area.

- Monitoring inventory and ordering supplies.

- Innovating and testing new recipes.

- Supervising junior kitchen staff and maintaining quality standards.

The role requires strong knowledge of Indian cooking techniques and spices, ability to work in fast-paced environments, and a keen sense of taste and presentation.