Assistant Chef - Operations

Frutta is South India's most preferred one-stop corporate refreshment & experience partner, offering an exciting assortment of refreshments and events integrated with technology for unparalleled hospitality. With an extensive network of top-tier vendors specializing in culinary delights and event management, we deliver exceptional experiences tailored to corporate needs. As a Menu Planning Chef at Frutta, your responsibilities will include conceptualizing and creating diverse and innovative menus that align with client expectations and preferences. You will have exposure to South Indian, North Indian, Andhra Style, Chinese, Continental, and other common menus for corporates. Staying updated on culinary trends and industry innovations is crucial to keep menus fresh and exciting. Your role will involve close coordination with partner kitchen teams to communicate menu changes, new dishes, and recipe specifications. Conducting training sessions for kitchen staff to ensure they are well-informed and capable of delivering dishes as per established standards is essential. Addressing any concerns or challenges faced by partner kitchen POC during the implementation of new menu items is also part of your responsibilities. In addition, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining accurate food cost calculations for all menu items. Regularly reviewing and analyzing pricing to ensure partner kitchen profitability while considering ingredient costs, portion sizes, and market trends is vital. Implementing cost-saving measures without compromising on quality or guest satisfaction is a key aspect of this role. Identifying and establishing partnerships with external kitchens or suppliers to enhance menu offerings or streamline operations will be part of your role. Negotiating pricing agreements with partner kitchens to ensure favorable terms and maintaining strong working relationships is crucial. Monitoring market trends and competitor pricing to make informed decisions in negotiations is also expected. Qualifications required for this position include proven experience as a Chef with a focus on menu planning and development, a culinary degree or equivalent professional training, a strong understanding of food costing and financial analysis, excellent negotiation and communication skills, ability to work collaboratively with kitchen staff and other team members, a creative and innovative approach to menu development, familiarity with industry trends, and a passion for staying updated. In return, Frutta offers a competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and a positive and collaborative work environment.,