Continental Head Chef

High-End Dining, Noida

Salary Range:

Continental Head Chef

Key Responsibilities

• Culinary Leadership:

• Oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and consistency for all Continental dishes.
• Develop and implement creative, seasonal, and on-trend Continental menus, specials, and recipes that align with the restaurant's high-end concept.

• Kitchen Management:

• Manage and train the kitchen staff, including Sous Chefs, Chef de Parties, and line cooks, fostering a positive and professional work environment.
• Control food and labor costs, manage inventory, minimize waste, and maintain profit margins.
• Ensure strict adherence to all health, safety, and hygiene standards (HACCP) in the kitchen area.

• Operational Excellence:

• Manage vendor relations, negotiate for the highest quality ingredients, and oversee all ordering and receiving.
• Work closely with the Restaurant Manager to ensure seamless service, manage kitchen flow during peak hours, and address customer feedback.
• Maintain and manage all kitchen equipment and ensure a clean, organized, and efficient workspace.

Qualifications and Skills

• Experience:

  Minimum of

  5-7 years

  of professional cooking experience, with at least

  2-3 years

  in a

  Head Chef

  or

  Executive Sous Chef

  role, preferably in a high-end or fine-dining restaurant specializing in Continental cuisine.

• Culinary Expertise:

  In-depth knowledge of classic and modern Continental cooking techniques, ingredients, and flavor profiles (including French, Italian, and Mediterranean influences).

• Leadership:

  Proven ability to manage, mentor, and motivate a large and diverse culinary team.

• Financial Acumen:

  Strong understanding of kitchen P&L, budgeting, cost control, and inventory management.

• Education:

  Culinary degree or relevant certification is highly preferred.

• Soft Skills:

  Excellent communication, organizational, and time-management skills.