Head Chef - Modern Indian Cuisine

A Head Chef job description involves menu planning, staff management (hiring, training, supervising), food preparation and presentation, ensuring food safety and hygiene standards, managing kitchen operations, overseeing food costs and inventory, and maintaining kitchen equipment. They are responsible for the overall quality of the food and the smooth, efficient running of the kitchen. Key Responsibilities

• Menu Development:Planning and creating new dishes, designing menus, and ensuring variety and quality of offerings.
• Staff Leadership:Hiring, training, supervising, and managing kitchen staff, including cooks and other chefs.
• Food Preparation:Overseeing the entire food preparation process, ensuring high standards of quality and presentation for all dishes.
• Kitchen Operations:Directing and managing the daily activities of the kitchen to ensure efficiency and smooth operation.
• Inventory and Supplies:Managing kitchen inventory, ordering ingredients, and liaising with suppliers.
• Hygiene and Safety:Ensuring strict adherence to food safety, hygiene, and health and safety regulations within the kitchen.
• Cost Control:Managing food and labor costs to ensure profitability for the establishment.
• Quality Assurance:Inspecting ingredients and cooked food to guarantee they meet the highest quality standards.

Essential Skills and Qualifications

• Leadership: Ability to lead, motivate, and inspire a kitchen team.
• Culinary Expertise: Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, cuisines, and culinary trends.
• Organizational Skills: Excellent ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and resources efficiently.
• Communication: Effective communication with kitchen staff, management, and suppliers.
• Creativity: Ability to innovate and design new, appealing dishes.
• Problem-Solving: Proactive approach to resolving issues that arise in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹1,200,000.00 - ₹1,800,000.00 per year

Benefits:

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

Work Location: In person