Location: San Francisco, CA
Position Type: Full-time
Starting rate: $20/hr with possibility to grow and earn more.
Tandoori Life Catering, known for authentic Indian and regional cuisine, is looking for an experienced and passionate Indian Cook/Halwai to join our team. If you love cooking traditional Indian dishes and have experience with large-scale catering, this is the perfect opportunity for you!
What You’ll Do:
• Cook a variety of Indian dishes – appetizers, curries, breads, and desserts – using authentic recipes.
• Prepare large orders while keeping flavors and presentation top-notch.
• Handle ingredient prep and manage cooking for catering events.
• Keep track of spices, ingredients, and supplies to make sure we never run out.
• Follow food safety rules and keep the kitchen clean and organized.
• Work with the Executive Chef to improve and add new dishes to the menu.
• Stay calm and work quickly in a fast-paced kitchen.
What We’re Looking For:
• Experience as an Indian cook, ideally in catering or a busy kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of Indian spices, ingredients, and cooking methods.
• Ability to manage high-pressure situations and big catering orders.
• Good time management and multitasking skills.
• Attention to detail and focus on consistent quality.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays when needed.
• Friendly and able to work well with others.
Why Work with Us?
At Tandoori Life Catering, we value creativity, tradition, and a love for Indian food. You’ll help us bring authentic Indian flavors to events across the Bay Area, and be part of a team that cares about quality and culture.
How to Apply:
If you’re an experienced Indian cook ready to work with large catering orders, we’d love to hear from you! Send your resume and a short cover letter.
Let’s share the vibrant flavors of India with the Bay Area!