Catering Chef

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and highly organised Catering Chef-cum-Manager who can lead our kitchen operations, deliver exceptional food quality, manage on-ground catering setups, and build strong relationships with clients and banquet partners. The ideal candidate should bring both culinary expertise and managerial skills, with a strong understanding of pricing, costing, vendor coordination, and customer experience.

Key ResponsibilitiesKitchen & Culinary Management

• Plan and execute menus for weddings, corporate events, and social gatherings.
• Oversee food preparation, tasting, hygiene, and quality control.
• Innovate traditional, homely, and festive Indian menus aligned with our brand style.
• Manage kitchen staff, helpers, and temporary event cooks.

Catering Operations

• Lead end-to-end catering setups, including buffet layout, live counters, serving protocols, and equipment arrangement.
• Supervise event-day execution to ensure timely service and customer satisfaction.
• Coordinate with vendors for raw materials, rentals, and logistics.

Client Interaction & Pricing

• Meet clients to understand menu requirements, budget, and expectations.
• Share the best possible pricing while maintaining profitability.
• Prepare cost sheets, quotations, and menu-based pricing.
• Ensure high customer satisfaction and handle on-ground client feedback professionally.

Business Development & Networking

• Maintain and grow strong relationships with banquet halls, farmhouses, event planners, and corporate clients.
• Source new business opportunities through referrals, partnerships, and on-ground networking.
• Represent the brand at tasting sessions, expo events, and venue meetings.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience as a Catering Chef, Head Chef, or Catering Manager.
• Strong culinary skills in North Indian, Mughlai, and festive Indian cuisine.
• Experience managing medium to large-scale events (100–1000+ pax).
• Excellent communication and client-handling skills.
• Strong negotiation skills and understanding of food costing.
• Ability to lead teams and manage high-pressure event situations.
• Good network with banquets, event planners, and vendors (preferred).
• Must be based in Gurgaon/Delhi NCR or willing to relocate.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Food & travel allowance for events.
• Opportunity to grow with a rapidly expanding catering brand.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹30,000.00 - ₹45,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Food provided
• Leave encashment
• Paid time off

Experience:

• Banquet: 4 years (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Required)

Work Location: In person