About this role
- Prepare and portion raw ingredients including meats, vegetables, and spices inaccordance with standardized Indian curry recipes and kitchen specifications.
- Assist in the preparation of traditional Indian curry bases such as gravies,masalas, and marinades while ensuring consistency in taste, texture, andaroma.
- Execute mise en place activities efficiently to support smooth kitchenoperations during peak service periods.
- Support senior chefs in cooking a variety of Indian dishes including curries,tandoori items, and regional specialties while maintaining authenticity.
- Monitor food quality, ensuring all dishes meet presentation, portioning, andflavour standards set by the kitchen.
- Maintain strict adherence to HACCP food safety standards and hygieneregulations as required in Ireland’s food service industry.
- Ensure proper storage, labelling, and rotation of ingredients in compliance withfood safety and stock control procedures.
- Operate kitchen equipment safely, including tandoor ovens, grinders, andcommercial cooking appliances.
- Assist in stock control by reporting low inventory levels and minimizing foodwastage through efficient preparation techniques.
- Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the workstation, ensuring all kitchenareas meet health inspection standards.
- Collaborate with the kitchen team to ensure timely delivery of orders duringhigh-volume service periods.
- Follow instructions from senior chefs accurately while demonstratingwillingness to learn advanced cooking techniques.
- Assist in basic menu preparation and contribute ideas for improving dishquality and presentation.
- Support kitchen operations during busy periods by multitasking andprioritising tasks effectively.
- Ensure compliance with allergen handling procedures and communicate anypotential cross-contamination risks within the kitchen.