The ideal candidate has a strong passion for culinary excellence and a keen eye for detail. You will assist the Executive Chef in providing exceptional food quality and presentation. Responsibilities Oversee and assist the kitchen staff in all aspects of food production Evaluate food products to ensure consistent quality standards Establish and maintain a regular maintenance schedule for all kitchen areas and equipment Provide training and professional development opportunities for all kitchen staff Qualifications 2+ years' of culinary or kitchen experience Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills Highly organized with excellent attention to detail Show more Show less

Job Opening: Executive Chef – Café Wink Location: Shrestha Vihar / Sector 144, Noida (as per posting) Reporting To: Founder (Vivek Sharma) | COO (Suchita Sharma) Employment Type: Full-Time Experience: 8+ Years in Progressive Culinary Roles Department: Culinary Leadership 💡 About Café Wink Café Wink is more than a café—it’s a warm, thoughtfully designed space where food tells stories. From our handcrafted brews to emotionally intelligent dishes that spark memories, every plate at Café Wink carries soul and intention. With expansion plans and a design-led relaunch underway, we are looking for an Executive Chef who can be the creative force and operational anchor of our kitchens. 🎯 Your Mission: To lead, inspire, and elevate the food program at Café Wink—creating menus that are memorable, operations that are seamless, and a team culture that celebrates creativity, consistency, and craft. 🔪 Key Responsibilities 🍽️ Culinary Vision & Menu Leadership Design emotionally resonant menus that blend nostalgia, seasonality, and innovation. Curate dishes that feel comforting, stylish, and conversation-worthy—aligned with Café Wink’s personality. Lead R&D for signature items, monthly specials, 90s nostalgia food, and trend-driven offerings. 👨‍🍳 Kitchen Operations & Discipline Run BOH operations with a sharp eye for quality, hygiene, and speed. Standardize SOPs for recipe execution, plating, portioning, and kitchen prep systems. Oversee daily mise en place, service flow, and quality checks across shifts. 💰 Costing, Procurement & Inventory Work closely with procurement and accounts for smart ingredient sourcing and vendor management. Keep food costs and wastage in control through tight inventory and yield management. Update costing sheets and menu engineering data regularly for profitability insights. 🧠 People Management & Training Hire, train, and motivate CDPs, commis chefs, and stewarding teams. Build a culture of pride, growth, and accountability in the kitchen. Conduct regular training trails, skill refreshers, and feedback loops. 📸 Brand Collaboration Support the marketing team with food styling, photoshoots, reels, and content ideas. Champion the storytelling behind our dishes—why they exist, how they make you feel, and what they represent. Occasionally represent the brand at food events, media shoots, and collaborations. ✅ You Must Have: 8–12 years of experience in dynamic, fast-paced culinary environments. 3+ years as Head Chef / Executive Chef in a modern café, boutique hotel, or premium casual format. Strong knowledge of Indian, Italian, café-style comfort foods, and desserts. Degree/Diploma in Culinary Arts or Hotel Management (from IHM, IIHM or equivalent). Deep understanding of FSSAI norms, food safety, and kitchen audits. Flair for presentation, plating aesthetics, and mindful ingredient pairing. 🌱 Bonus If You Are: A storyteller at heart, with food as your language. Emotionally intelligent and calm under pressure. A problem-solver with a design-thinking mindset. Passionate about creating team success—not just good food. Experienced in pre-opening kitchen planning and layout design (a big plus for new outlets). 🎁 What We Offer: A chance to be the creative soul of one of Delhi’s most loved café brands. Competitive salary + growth-based incentives + food tastings + wellness perks. Freedom to innovate and shape the culinary legacy of Café Wink 2.0. Work alongside founders who value your ideas and invest in your leadership. 📩 How to Apply: Email your resume + sample menu portfolio (if available) to HR@RSHPL.COM Subject Line: Executive Chef Application – [Your Name] Deadline to Apply: 31st July 2025