Head Chef

Role & responsibilities

Menu & Culinary Innovation

• Develop, design, and update menus for lounge bar, banquets, and special events.
  
• Create Modern Indian, Continental, Asian, and fusion dishes aligned with current food trends.
  
• Innovate seasonal and event-specific menus in coordination with the management & marketing team.
  

2. Kitchen Operations Management

• Supervise and coordinate all kitchen activities including food preparation, cooking, and presentation.
  
• Establish and maintain recipe standardization & portion control to ensure consistency.
  
• Implement kitchen SOPs for efficiency and hygiene.
  

3. Team Leadership & Training

• Lead, train, and motivate kitchen staff (Sous Chefs, CDPs, Commis, Helpers).
  
• Conduct regular training sessions on new recipes, plating styles, and hygiene practices.
  
• Schedule staff shifts and ensure discipline and teamwork.
  

4. Quality & Hygiene Control

• Maintain the highest standards of food quality, taste, and presentation.
  
• Ensure compliance with FSSAI and other food safety standards.
  
• Monitor kitchen cleanliness, storage, and waste management.
  

5. Cost & Inventory Management

• Manage kitchen budgets, food cost, and wastage control.
  
• Forecast, order, and maintain raw material inventory with proper vendor coordination.
  
• Negotiate with suppliers for best quality and pricing.
  

6. Coordination & Guest Experience

• Collaborate with service staff for smooth coordination during operations and events.
  
• Interact with guests (when required) to receive feedback and enhance guest satisfaction.
  

Preferred candidate profile

• 812 years of culinary experience with at least 3–5 years in a leadership role.
  
• Expertise in

  Modern Indian, Continental & Asian cuisines

  ; knowledge of Tandoor and fusion menus is a plus.
• Strong leadership, creativity, and ability to handle high-pressure service.
  
• Knowledge of food cost control, vendor management, and kitchen administration.
  
• Hands-on and passionate about food trends, plating styles, and customer satisfaction.