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Indian ChefMaton Engineering Nigeria Limited • Delta, Nigeria
Indian Chef

Indian Chef

Maton Engineering Nigeria Limited • Delta, Nigeria
11 days ago
Job description

Job title : Indian Chef

Job Location : Delta Deadline : October 16, 2026 Quick Recommended Links

Job Summary

  • We are seeking a skilled and experienced Indian Chef to prepare high-quality Indian cuisine for staff, expatriates, and guests.
  • This role is ideal for an experienced Indian Chef who can consistently deliver authentic, nutritious, and high-quality Indian meals while maintaining excellent kitchen hygiene and professional standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare and cook a variety of authentic Indian dishes, including North and South Indian cuisines.
  • Plan and prepare daily meals according to menus, dietary requirements, and preferences.
  • Ensure food is prepared, cooked, and presented to high-quality standards.
  • Prepare Indian breads, curries, rice dishes, vegetarian and non-vegetarian meals, snacks, and other traditional dishes.
  • Maintain proper food handling, storage, and hygiene standards at all times.
  • Monitor food stock levels and communicate kitchen supply requirements to management.
  • Ensure ingredients are fresh and properly stored to maintain food quality.
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, cooking equipment, and work areas.
  • Control food portions and minimize food wastage.
  • Assist in menu planning and recommend new Indian dishes where appropriate.
  • Cater for special events, meetings, and company functions when required.
  • Ensure compliance with company health, safety, and food hygiene policies.
  • Work effectively with other kitchen and support staff.
  • Perform other duties assigned by management.

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Certificate, Diploma, HND, or Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, Catering, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 2 years' experience working as an Indian Chef, preferably in a corporate, hotel, camp, restaurant, or expatriate catering environment.
  • Proven ability to prepare authentic Indian cuisine.
  • Strong knowledge of Indian spices, ingredients, cooking techniques, and traditional recipes.
  • Knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen health standards.
  • Ability to prepare both vegetarian and non-vegetarian Indian dishes.
  • Good organizational and time-management skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet meal preparation schedules.
  • Strong attention to detail and consistency.
  • High level of professionalism, cleanliness, and integrity.
  • The ideal candidate should have strong knowledge of Indian culinary traditions, food preparation techniques, hygiene standards, and kitchen operations, while ensuring consistent taste, presentation, and quality.

Preferred Skills:

  • Experience preparing meals for Indian expatriates or multicultural work environments.
  • Knowledge of different regional Indian cuisines.
  • Ability to prepare customized meals according to dietary preferences and requirements.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to manage kitchen supplies and minimize food wastage.
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a multicultural team.
  • Willingness to work at project sites or accommodation facilities when required.

Key Competencies:

  • Authentic Indian Cuisine Preparation
  • Food Safety & Hygiene
  • Menu Planning
  • Kitchen Management
  • Time Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Teamwork & Communication
  • Professionalism
  • Creativity in Food Preparation.
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