The Radhuni is seeking an experienced Indian Curry Chef with excellent practical cooking skills and the ability to lead a busy kitchen, delivering dine-in, takeaway and delivery orders simultaneously.

Our family-run, award-winning restaurant is looking for a chef who combines a deep understanding of traditional Indian cooking with speed, organisation and precision. You must be equally confident preparing in volume and cooking individual dishes to order, maintaining consistent flavour, presentation and portion sizes throughout service.

This is a hands-on cooking and kitchen leadership role. You must be confident working on the pans, preparing ingredients yourself and organising the kitchen to deliver orders within agreed service times.

The role

Prepare and cook Indian curries using traditional methods, with a strong understanding of spices, sauces, cooking techniques and flavour development.
Demonstrate skilled, efficient knife work, including cutting, chopping, portioning and preparing ingredients to a consistent standard.
Manage bulk preparation alongside individual dishes cooked to order, ensuring freshness and quality throughout service.
Run the curry section confidently on the pans, managing multiple dishes and tickets simultaneously without compromising cooking standards.
Coordinate dine-in, collection and delivery orders together, sequencing preparation and cooking so that each service receives proper attention and orders are ready at the required time.
Plan preparation levels, allocate tasks and organise workstations so the kitchen is fully ready before service.
Monitor ticket times, anticipate pressure points and act early to prevent avoidable delays. Communicate realistic timings promptly when demand changes.
Coordinate with the tandoor section, other chefs, front-of-house team and takeaway staff so complete orders are ready together.
Lead by example, actively cooking while directing, supporting and training the kitchen team.
Check every dish for flavour, temperature, portion size and presentation before it leaves the kitchen.
Maintain strict standards of food hygiene, allergen controls, safe storage, date labelling and cleaning.
Manage stock rotation, preparation quantities and ordering requirements, reducing waste while maintaining availability.
Work closely with the directors and Operations Manager, keeping them informed about service readiness, staffing, stock shortages, equipment issues and any concerns affecting quality or timings.
Take ownership of routine kitchen problems and follow agreed recipes, procedures and management instructions consistently.

Who we are looking for

You will bring:

Proven experience as an Indian Curry Chef in a busy restaurant serving dine-in guests alongside substantial takeaway and delivery trade.
Strong traditional cooking skills and confident, practical ability in cutting, chopping, preparation and pan work.
The ability to manage both volume preparation and fast, accurate cooking to order.
Excellent timing and organisation, with the ability to coordinate several orders and service channels at once.
A calm, focused approach under pressure and the ability to maintain standards throughout a demanding service.
The ability to carry out the practical demands of a busy kitchen role safely and consistently.
Confident kitchen leadership, clear communication and a respectful approach to colleagues.
A willingness to follow our recipes, accept feedback and work closely with restaurant management.
Availability for shifts including evenings, weekends and public holidays.

What you can expect

An important role in an established, award-winning restaurant, working closely with the kitchen leadership and management team, with training in The Radhuni’s recipes, standards and service expectations.

Visa sponsorship may be considered for exceptional candidates, subject to the role and applicant meeting the applicable sponsorship and immigration requirements.

To apply

Send your CV and a brief covering message to [info@theradhuni.co.uk ], for the attention of Habibur Khan, Managing Partner. Tell us about your curry cooking experience, your ability to lead a kitchen and how you manage dine-in, takeaway and delivery orders during a busy service.

Benefits:

Discounted or free food
Employee discount
Free parking
On-site parking

Work Location: In person

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