Tandoor Operation: Operate and manage the tandoor oven, which involves heating the oven to high temperatures using charcoal or wood fire. Monitor and control the temperature inside the tandoor to ensure consistent and even cooking of food. Food Preparation: Prepare marinated meats, poultry, seafood, and vegetables for cooking in the tandoor. Skewer the ingredients onto metal skewers or rods and place them inside the tandoor for grilling and roasting. Skewering Techniques: Master skewering techniques to ensure that food items are evenly spaced and securely fastened onto skewers to prevent them from falling into the tandoor during cooking. Arrange skewers inside the tandoor to maximize cooking space and efficiency. Marinades and Seasonings: Prepare marinades, spice blends, and seasonings for marinating meats and vegetables before cooking in the tandoor. Use traditional Indian spices, herbs, and seasonings to enhance the flavor and aroma of the dishes. Menu Items: Cook a variety of tandoori dishes, including tandoori chicken, chicken tikka, kebabs, naan bread, and paneer tikka. Coordinate with kitchen staff and chefs to ensure that tandoori dishes are prepared and served in a timely manner. Food Safety and Hygiene: Adhere to food safety and hygiene standards and guidelines when handling, marinating, and cooking food in the tandoor. Ensure that meat and poultry are cooked to the appropriate internal temperatures to prevent foodborne illnesses. Tandoor Maintenance: Maintain the cleanliness and functionality of the tandoor oven by regularly cleaning the interior and exterior surfaces, removing ash and debris, and repairing any cracks or damage to the clay lining. Inventory Management: Monitor inventory levels of marinated meats, spices, skewers, and other ingredients used for tandoori dishes. Place orders for replenishment as needed to ensure a continuous supply of ingredients for cooking. Quality Control: Ensure that tandoori dishes are cooked to perfection, with tender and juicy meats, flavorful seasonings, and well-charred exteriors. Conduct quality checks on cooked dishes to ensure they meet the restaurant's standards for taste, texture, and presentation. Customer Interaction: Interact with customers to take orders, answer questions about tandoori dishes, and provide recommendations based on their preferences. Offer suggestions for accompanying sauces, chutneys, and side dishes to enhance the dining experience. Menu Development: Collaborate with chefs and management to develop new tandoori dishes and menu specials that showcase the versatility of the tandoor oven. Experiment with different ingredients, marinades, and cooking techniques to create innovative and appealing dishes. Teamwork and Collaboration: Work collaboratively with kitchen staff, chefs, and servers to ensure smooth operations and timely service. Communicate effectively with colleagues to coordinate food preparation, cooking times, and order delivery.