Executive Chef

An Executive Chef, also known as a head chef or chef de cuisine, is the top leader of a professional kitchen, overseeing all culinary operations and ensuring quality and efficiency. They are responsible for menu planning, staff management, quality control, and kitchen operations. Executive Chefs also play a crucial role in managing budgets, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and maintaining relationships with vendors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Menu Planning & Development:Designing and creating menus that are appealing, balanced, and seasonal.
• Staff Management:Hiring, training, supervising, and motivating kitchen staff, including sous chefs, line cooks, and other culinary personnel.
• Quality Control:Ensuring that food is prepared and presented consistently to meet quality standards and guest expectations.
• Budget Management:Overseeing and controlling food costs, supplies, and other operational expenses.
• Kitchen Operations:Managing the daily operations of the kitchen, including food preparation, sanitation, and safety.
• Inventory Management:Ordering and managing inventory of ingredients, equipment, and supplies.
• Vendor Management:Establishing relationships with suppliers and negotiating contracts.
• Collaboration:Working with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication and a positive guest experience.
• Innovation:Staying current on restaurant industry trends, identifying new culinary techniques, and promoting creativity within the kitchen.
• Leadership:Inspiring and motivating the kitchen team, building trust, and fostering a positive work environment.
• Financial Acumen:Understanding and managing the financial aspects of the kitchen, including budgets, costs, and revenue.
• Compliance:Ensuring that all kitchen operations comply with relevant health and safety regulations.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹50,000.00 - ₹80,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Cell phone reimbursement
• Food provided
• Health insurance
• Leave encashment
• Provident Fund

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Vettilappara, Thrissur, Kerala: Reliably commute or willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (Required)

Experience:

• Chef: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person