About the role
Nadu, part of The Nutmeg Group, serves the food of Sri Lanka and southern India in Stokes Croft, Bristol. We are looking for an experienced Sri Lankan Chef to join our kitchen team on a full-time basis. You will prepare and cook our Sri Lankan dishes to a consistently high standard, support the smooth running of the kitchen during service, and help maintain the food safety and quality standards our guests expect.
What you’ll do
- Prepare and cook dishes from the Sri Lankan menu in line with the restaurant's recipes and presentation standards
- Prepare spice blends, bases, accompaniments and other components ahead of each service
- Maintain quality and consistency during busy services, working efficiently with the wider kitchen team
- Follow allergen procedures and support the team in meeting guests' dietary requirements
- Keep your section clean and organised, with stock correctly labelled, stored and rotated
- Complete food safety and temperature records in line with company procedures
- Assist with preparation, stock control and ordering as required
What we’re looking for
- Proven experience cooking Sri Lankan cuisine in a professional kitchen
- A sound knowledge of Sri Lankan spices, ingredients and cooking techniques
- Experience of South Indian cooking is desirable
- The ability to work well under pressure while maintaining high standards
- A Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate, or a willingness to obtain one
- Flexibility to work evenings and weekends
- The right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role
What you’ll get
- A competitive rate of pay, based on experience
- Tips allocated in full to staff, in line with the Employment (Allocation of Tips) Act 2023
- The opportunity to work with an award-winning group of five Bristol restaurants
- Opportunities for development and progression across the group