Head Chef

Job Description

Job description We are launching a thoughtfully curated gourmet North Indian cloud kitchen that celebrates regional recipes, clean cooking. We're looking for a passionate Head Chef to lead the culinary operations, craft exceptional recipes, and uphold high standards of taste, hygiene, and consistency. Key Responsibilities:1. Menu Development & Culinary Leadership Develop standard recipes and plating guides with exact portion control, cook times, and ingredient specs Innovate seasonal, festive, and limited-time menus (e.g., Winter Sarson Special, Summer Mango Thali) 2. Kitchen Operations Lead all back-of-house kitchen activities prep, cooking, quality checks, and timely delivery readiness Maintain 1520 minute dispatch turnaround in peak hours without compromising quality Create an efficient mise-en-place system for gravies, marinades, and tandoori preps 3. Team Management & Training Hire, train, and mentor junior chefs, helpers, and kitchen staff Establish strong SOPs and hygiene standards (FSSAI aligned) Quality, Hygiene & Safety Establish strong SOPs and hygiene standards (FSSAI aligned) Conduct regular tastings, upskilling, and motivation for team excellence Ensure 100% adherence to FSSAI norms, food safety, and HACCP where applicable Supervise inventory rotation, raw material inspection, and kitchen sanitation Conduct daily closing checks and quality audits 5. Cost, Inventory & Vendor Coordination Control food cost and wastage through efficient stock management Maintain par levels and weekly procurement plans Work with the founder or operations head to identify premium ingredient vendors (organic produce, cold-pressed oils, etc.) 6. Collaboration with Brand & Marketing Help shape dish storytelling: provide cultural or personal backstories for key items Participate in social media content shoots (e.g., plating videos, behind-the-scenes) Contribute ideas for limited-edition menus, chef’s picks, or festival specials Desired Qualifications & Skills: 5+ years of experience in North Indian kitchens (preferably fine dining or premium delivery formats) Prior experience as Head Chef or Senior CDP in cloud kitchen or restaurant setup Deep knowledge of North Indian gravies, breads, tandoori, and festive foods Familiarity with clean cooking principles — less oil, natural thickening, home-style prep Strong leadership, multi-tasking, and training skills Basic knowledge of costing, vendor management, and inventory tools Creativity + discipline: ability to innovate, yet run a tight kitchen ship Job Type: Full-time Pay: ₹32,357.99 - ₹50,000.00 per month Supplemental Pay: Performance bonus Work Location: In person Expected Start Date: 27/06/2025