Tandoor Chef

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About Scanway

A Halifax, NS-based catering company, Scanway has been providing exceptional culinary experiences since 1981. A family business from the beginning, Scanway has always delivered on its commitment to providing the highest quality food & beverage services with a friendly and approachable style. When the Gupta family purchased Scanway in 2017, the promise was not only to continue this tradition but also to build on it.

Scanway's new recipe for success includes ingredients gathered over a cumulative 70 years of food and beverage experience, paired with a well-established brand. We are not just a food service operation; we are a provider of extraordinary culinary experiences. The new Scanway is anything but average, and we're wowing people from all over the world.

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Tandoor Chef to join our team at Scanway. As a Tandoor Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and presenting high-quality tandoori dishes to our customers. If you have a passion for tandoor cooking and enjoy working in a fast-paced restaurant environment, we would love to hear from you.

Duties:

• Prepare and cook a variety of traditional Indian dishes in the tandoor oven, including tandoori chicken, naan bread, kebabs, and other tandoor specialties.
• Manage and maintain the tandoor oven, ensuring it is clean, functional, and properly heated at all times.
• Ensure all dishes are prepared and cooked to the highest quality standards, maintaining consistency in taste, texture, and presentation.
• Coordinate with the kitchen team to ensure smooth workflow and timely delivery of food orders.
• Collaborate with the Head Chef to develop and redefine tandoor menu items, incorporating new flavors and ideas.
• Collaborate with management to develop new menu items and specials.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment.
• Manage food costs and minimize waste.
• Oversee the plating and presentation of dishes.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Tandoor Chef in an Indian restaurant.
• Extensive knowledge of Indian cuisine, particularly tandoor cooking techniques and flavour profiles.
• Proficiency in operating and maintaining the tandoor oven, including temperature control and proper cleaning.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and a passion for delivering high-quality food.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• A culinary degree or relevant certification will be an advantage.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $16.00-$18.00 per hour

Additional pay:

• Tips

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-08-19