Executive Chef

Position: Executive ChefLocation: JalandharCompany: Espire HospitalityRole Overview

The Executive Chef will be responsible for overall kitchen operations, menu planning, food quality, hygiene standards, and team management. The role requires a highly hands-on professional with proven expertise in Indian and Multi-Cuisine, capable of leading large kitchen teams while maintaining consistent quality and cost controls.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and implement menus for Indian and Multi-Cuisine outlets in line with brand standards
• Ensure excellent food quality, taste consistency, presentation, and portion control
• Be actively involved in daily kitchen operations and food production
• Lead, train, and mentor kitchen brigade to improve performance and skill levels
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and food safety as per FSSAI guidelines
• Control food cost, wastage, and inventory through effective planning and monitoring
• Coordinate with F&B and procurement teams for smooth operations
• Handle guest feedback proactively and implement improvements
• Plan menus for banquets, events, and special promotions
• Ensure compliance with company policies, SOPs, and audit requirements

Candidate Profile

• Experience: 10–15 years of relevant experience in star hotels or premium hospitality brands
• Cuisine Expertise: Strong knowledge of Indian & Multi-Cuisine
• Leadership: Proven experience in leading large kitchen teams
• Hands-On: Must be operationally strong and actively involved in kitchen execution
• Education: Degree/Diploma in Hotel Management or Culinary Arts
• Skills:
• Strong people management and training skills
• Cost control and budgeting knowledge
• Menu engineering and innovation
• Excellent communication and coordination abilities

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package
• Opportunity to work with a growing hospitality brand
• Professional work environment with growth prospects

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹21,325.66 - ₹80,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Provident Fund

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Jalandhar, Punjab: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• What is your current salary?
• What is your expected salary?
• What is your Notice Period?
• What is your Base Cuisine?

Location:

• Jalandhar, Punjab (Required)

Work Location: In person