The Dosa Spot is Ottawa’s destination for authentic South Indian cuisine. We specialize in dosas, idlis, vadas, biryanis, and traditional South Indian curries, bringing the flavors of Tamil Nadu to Canada. We’re looking for a passionate and skilled South Indian Chef to lead our kitchen in delivering high-quality, authentic dishes.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proven experience as a South Indian Chef or Cook in a restaurant setting.
• Expertise in dosa batter preparation, fermentation, and cooking techniques.
• Strong knowledge of South Indian spices, flavors, and traditional recipes.
• Ability to manage a busy kitchen and multitask effectively.
• Food Handler’s Certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Excellent teamwork and leadership skills.
• Passion for delivering authentic culinary experiences.

• Prepare and cook authentic South Indian dishes (dosas, idlis, vadas, chutneys, sambar, curries, biryani, etc.).
• Ensure consistency in taste, presentation, and quality of all dishes.
• Develop and refine menu items to enhance customer experience.
• Maintain cleanliness, hygiene, and safety standards in the kitchen.
• Manage food inventory, minimize waste, and control costs.
• Train and guide kitchen staff in South Indian cooking techniques.
• Work closely with management to introduce seasonal specials and new items.
• Ensure timely preparation of food for dine-in, takeout, and catering orders.