About Tamara Heritage Tamara Heritage Fine Indian Dining is a new culinary destination preparing for its grand opening in 2026 in downtown Orlando. Our vision is to showcase Indian cuisine at a Michelin-star caliber level, combining India's rich culinary heritage with refined technique, exceptional ingredients, artistic presentation, and world-class hospitality. We are looking for a talented and experienced Tandoori Chef who takes pride in the art of tandoor cooking and is passionate about delivering authentic flavors, outstanding craftsmanship, and consistently exceptional dishes. The Opportunity The Tandoori Chef will be responsible for leading the tandoor station and ensuring the highest standards of preparation, cooking, flavor, texture, and presentation across the restaurant's tandoori offerings. This role is ideal for a chef with strong knowledge of traditional Indian tandoor techniques who can combine time-honored methods with the precision and creativity expected in an elevated fine dining environment.
Key Responsibilities Tandoor Station Leadership:
Manage the tandoor station, ensuring consistent and efficient execution during service.
Traditional Tandoor Expertise:
Prepare and cook naan, roti, kebabs, tandoori meats, seafood, vegetables, and other specialty dishes using traditional and refined techniques.
Marination & Preparation:
Develop and execute marinades, spice blends, sauces, and preparations that deliver balanced, distinctive flavors.
Cooking Precision:
Maintain control over tandoor temperatures, cooking times, moisture, char, and texture to achieve consistent results.
Fine Dining Presentation:
Deliver dishes with exceptional attention to plating, portioning, visual appeal, and overall quality.
Menu Collaboration:
Work closely with the Executive Chef and Sous Chef on tandoori menu development, recipe testing, and seasonal offerings.
Ingredient Quality:
Ensure proper handling, storage, preparation, and quality of meats, seafood, vegetables, dough, spices, and other ingredients.
Kitchen Coordination:
Coordinate with other kitchen stations to ensure timely execution and smooth service.
Food Safety & Sanitation:
Maintain high standards of hygiene, food safety, equipment maintenance, and workstation cleanliness.
Training & Mentorship:
Support the training and development of junior team members in tandoor techniques and station procedures. What We're Looking For Proven experience as a Tandoori Chef, Tandoor Cook, or senior Indian culinary professional. Strong expertise in traditional Indian tandoor cooking, including naan, kebabs, tandoori meats, seafood, and vegetarian preparations. Deep knowledge of Indian spices, marinades, regional cooking traditions, and flavor profiles. Ability to maintain consistent quality, texture, temperature, and presentation during busy service periods. Experience working in fine dining, luxury hospitality, or upscale Indian restaurants is highly desirable. Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, and professional kitchen practices. Excellent teamwork, communication, and time management skills. Passion for culinary excellence, authentic Indian flavors, and continuous improvement. Ability to work collaboratively with the Executive Chef and Sous Chef in a high-standard culinary environment. Why Join Tamara Heritage? Be Part of a
Grand Opening:
Help establish a new Indian fine dining destination in downtown Orlando.
Showcase Your Craft:
Bring your tandoor expertise to an ambitious culinary concept focused on exceptional quality.
Work With Culinary Leadership:
Collaborate with the Executive Chef and kitchen team to develop outstanding tandoori offerings.
Professional Growth:
Build your experience in an elevated fine dining environment and contribute to the restaurant's culinary identity.
Relocation Assistance:
We are willing to assist with relocation for the right candidate, based on individual circumstances and mutually agreed arrangements.
Compensation & Employment Position:
Tandoori Chef Location:
Downtown Orlando, Florida Employment Type:
Full-Time Restaurant:
Tamara Heritage Fine Indian Dining Opening:
Grand opening planned for 2026
Relocation:
Assistance available for qualified candidates
Compensation:
Competitive compensation package, commensurate with experience and qualifications. How to Apply If you are a skilled Tandoori Chef who takes pride in traditional Indian cooking and is ready to contribute to an exceptional fine dining experience, we would love to hear from you. Please send your resume, culinary experience, and a brief introduction outlining your tandoor expertise and interest in joining Tamara Heritage Fine Indian Dining.
Email:
hr@elysianpro.com
Website:
TamaraHeritage.com Join Us in Creating Culinary Heritage. Tamara Heritage Fine Indian Dining — Where tradition meets extraordinary culinary artistry.