Indian Specialist Cuisine Chef - Night Shift

Job description

Our production unit takes pride in offering top‐tier luxury airline catering that is both elegant and sophisticated. Our team is dedicated to crafting a one‐of‐a‐kind experience that is attractive to even the most discerning passengers. We focus on providing exceptional quality, first‐class service, and an exquisite range of menu options that are sure to impress.

Job Description
The role of Indian Specialist Cuisine Chef supports the Executive Chef Team and has primary responsibility for overseeing and supervising the preparation and production of authentic Indian cuisine for DO & CO. You will work hard to promote the company's culture, mission, and values while ensuring the highest standards of quality, presentation, and consistency are maintained. You will act as a team leader and motivator, using strong interpersonal and communication skills to supervise, train, evaluate, coach, and support the kitchen team while ensuring compliance with company standards, food safety regulations, and operational procedures.

Working closely with the Executive Chef Team to ensure consistent, high‐quality Indian cuisine is produced in line with all DO & CO standards while supporting menu development and presentation

Preparing and overseeing a variety of Indian dishes including curries, tandoori items, rice dishes, breads, sauces, and regional specialties with authenticity and attention to detail

Managing and supporting the kitchen team daily to ensure smooth operations, efficient production, and timely food dispatch

Leading the team in the absence of the Head Chef with a hands‐on approach while motivating staff to perform effectively in a fast‐paced environment

Planning production schedules while maintaining exceptional quality, operational efficiency, and compliance with Quality Assurance standards

Ensuring recipes, portioning, flavour profiles, and presentation standards are consistently maintained while controlling food costs and minimising wastage

Monitoring the preparation and handling of spices, marinades, sauces, and specialty ingredients to maintain freshness and authenticity

Ensuring all kitchen operations comply with SOPs, Health & Safety, Food Safety, HACCP, and all legal requirements

Performing regular quality control checks on raw materials and finished products to ensure specifications are met

Building strong working relationships across departments while supporting a positive team culture and continuous improvement initiatives

Supporting team development through coaching, training, and mentoring opportunities

Assisting with stock control, reporting, and overall kitchen cost management

Qualifications

Previous experience in a similar role within Indian cuisine or a high‐end fresh food, fine dining, luxury hospitality, or catering environment

Strong knowledge of authentic Indian cooking techniques, regional cuisines, spices, curry preparation, tandoori cooking, and traditional bread making

Strong understanding of food safety, kitchen hygiene, HACCP procedures, and allergen awareness

Ability to create, adapt, and scale recipes while maintaining quality, consistency, presentation, and budget expectations

Excellent leadership and team management skills with the ability to motivate, train, and support kitchen teams

Strong organisational and problem‐solving skills with the ability to work efficiently in a fast‐paced environment and meet tight deadlines

Good understanding of food cost control, stock management, and kitchen operations

Excellent communication skills with a flexible, hands‐on, and professional approach

Passion for high‐quality Indian cuisine and delivering exceptional customer experiences with attention to detail and presentation standards

Benefits

Competitive salary

On‐site role

Night shift

Enjoy perks by referring your friends through our Refer a Friend Scheme

Save money and time with On‐site Free Meals

Expand your skills and knowledge through our in‐house training opportunities

Genuine career development opportunities, both nationally and internationally

The opportunity to work with and represent one of the most innovative players in the luxury global gourmet entertainment market

DO&CO is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

27-06-2026

Profession type

Manufacturing / Industrial

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English