Executive Chef

Job Title: Executive Chef

Job Summary:
The Executive Chef is responsible for overseeing all kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality food preparation, menu development, and efficient kitchen management. The role includes leading the culinary team, maintaining food safety standards, controlling costs, and delivering exceptional dining experiences.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop menus that meet quality, seasonal, and cost objectives
• Supervise and train kitchen staff, including sous chefs, cooks, and kitchen assistants
• Ensure consistent food quality, taste, and presentation
• Manage food inventory, ordering, and supplier relationships
• Control food costs, waste, and kitchen budgets
• Enforce food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards (HACCP or equivalent)
• Plan and execute special events, banquets, and catering services
• Coordinate with front-of-house and management teams
• Evaluate kitchen performance and implement improvements
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and labor regulations

Qualifications & Skills:

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef or Head Chef
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent culinary knowledge and creativity
• Ability to manage budgets and food cost controls
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment

Education & Experience:

• Culinary degree or professional certification preferred
• Minimum of 5–10 years of professional kitchen experience
• Experience in fine dining, hotels, or large-scale operations is an advantage

Work Environment:

• Fast-paced kitchen environment
• Flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹50,000.00 - ₹100,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Cell phone reimbursement
• Food provided
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person