Corporate Chef[8+ year, Kochi, Fast Casual Restaurant]

Job Title: Corporate Chef

Company: Rapos Hospitality Pvt Ltd

Brand: Bektash

Outlets: 5[1 Opening soon]

Location: Nettoor, Kochi (Central Kitchen)

Job Type: Full-Time

About Us

Bektash is one of Kochi’s fastest-growing QSR (Quick Service Restaurant) chains, specializing in Indo-Arabic cuisine with a focus on shawarma, alfahm, and grilled specials. With multiple outlets and a central kitchen in Nettoor, we aim to scale to 20+ outlets by 2026. As we expand, we are looking for a visionary Corporate Chef to lead culinary operations, set kitchen standards, and innovate across our menu offerings.

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Position Overview

As Corporate Chef, you will oversee all aspects of kitchen operations across multiple outlets, with a key focus on:

• Research & Development (R&D) of new recipes and product innovation
• Process creation and standardization to ensure consistency
• Team training and skill development
• Raw material quality control and vendor alignment
• Supporting cost efficiency and yield optimization
• Staff Hiring and Onboarding

This is a strategic leadership role based out of our Central Kitchen in Nettoor, with regular visits to all outlets for quality, performance, Training, Build Systems etc

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Key Responsibilities

• New Product Development: Design, test, and launch new items suited for a fast-paced QSR environment.
• Standardization: Create and document standard operating procedures (SOPs) for recipes, cooking processes, hygiene, plating, and storage.
• Process Innovation: Identify and implement operational improvements in prep, cooking, and service.
• Quality Assurance: Conduct regular quality checks across outlets to ensure compliance with Bektash standards.
• Inventory & Cost Control: Work with the purchase and operations team to manage food cost, portioning, and minimize waste.
• Team Training: Mentor kitchen staff, conduct onboarding training for new chefs, and promote a culture of discipline and excellence.
• Kitchen Equipment Oversight: Recommend equipment upgrades and ensure all kitchens are properly equipped for safe, efficient operations.
• Compliance & Hygiene: Ensure all outlets adhere to FSSAI and local food safety regulations.

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Requirements

• 8+ years of professional culinary experience, including experience as an Executive/Central Kitchen Chef
• Proven experience in menu development and kitchen process optimization
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-unit QSR environment
• Culinary degree or professional chef certification preferred
• Must be based in or willing to relocate to Kochi

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Perks

• Leadership role in a fast-scaling brand
• Opportunity to innovate and leave a lasting impact
• Professional growth with brand expansion
• Competitive salary based on experience
• Staff meals provided

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How to Apply

Submit your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and what excites you about working with Bektash.