Culinary Associate

Job Summary

Royal Indian Cuisine is seeking a dependable, skilled, and team-oriented Culinary Associate to support daily kitchen operations and prepare high-quality Indian dishes. The ideal candidate has a passion for cooking, strong food-preparation skills, and a commitment to maintaining consistent quality, cleanliness, and food safety standards in a busy restaurant environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook Indian cuisine according to recipes and restaurant standards
• Assist with preparing vegetables, meats, sauces, spices, rice, breads, and other ingredients
• Support cooks and chefs with daily food preparation and kitchen production
• Measure, portion, and organize ingredients to maintain consistency
• Operate kitchen equipment safely, including stoves, ovens, grills, and fryers
• Monitor food quality, temperature, portion sizes, and presentation
• Maintain clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen workstations
• Follow food safety, sanitation, hygiene, and proper food-handling procedures
• Label, store, and rotate ingredients according to established procedures
• Assist with receiving and organizing food deliveries and kitchen supplies
• Monitor ingredient levels and report shortages or quality concerns
• Support kitchen opening, closing, cleaning, and restocking procedures
• Work closely with front-of-house and kitchen team members during service
• Minimize food waste while maintaining quality and portion standards
• Perform additional culinary and kitchen duties as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Previous culinary, restaurant, Indian cuisine, or food preparation experience preferred
• Knowledge of Indian ingredients, spices, cooking techniques, and recipes is a plus
• Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices
• Ability to follow recipes and detailed instructions accurately
• Strong teamwork, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift kitchen supplies as required
• Strong attention to detail and cleanliness
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay
• Employee meal discounts where applicable
• Flexible scheduling
• Paid culinary training and development opportunities
• Health, dental, and vision benefits for eligible employees where applicable
• Paid time off where applicable
• Supportive and collaborative kitchen environment
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement

About the Company

Royal Indian Cuisine specializes in flavorful Indian dishes prepared with traditional ingredients, aromatic spices, and authentic culinary techniques. The restaurant is committed to food quality, consistent flavors, excellent hospitality, and providing guests with a welcoming dining experience.

Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 33.0 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid training

Work Location: In person