Head Chef

• Lead Two Kitchens: Manage day-to-day kitchen operations at Veronicaand our Central Kitchen.
  
• Work with Executive Chef: Collaborate directly with our Executive Chef on culinary direction, systems, and team development.
  
• Menu & R&D: Develop new dishes and contribute to seasonal changes while maintaining the quality of existing offerings.
  
• Team Building: Hire, train, and mentor a motivated team. Create a culture of learning, ownership, and enthusiasm.
  
• Operational Scale: Build systems and SOPs that allow us to scale operations without compromising on quality.
  
• Inventory & Costing: Oversee food costing, stock control, and ordering for both kitchens.
  
• Quality & Consistency: Ensure high standards in food prep, execution, and platingevery single day.
  
• Hygiene & Compliance: Maintain rigorous hygiene and safety standards in line with FSSAI and company policies.
  
• Cross-Department Collaboration: Coordinate with FOH, bakery, and production teams to align operations.
  
• Problem Solving: Tackle challenges quickly, with a calm and solutions-first mindset.

Skills & Experience

• 5+ years of experience in a professional kitchen, with 2+ years in a leadership role.
  
• Experience managing multiple kitchen teams or units.
  
• Background in caf , bakery, or all-day dining concepts is a plus.
  
• Strong people management and team-building skills.
  
• Familiar with setting up or scaling kitchen systems and operations.
  
• Culinary degree or equivalent hands-on experience.
  
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
  
• Confident in managing costs, inventory, and production schedules.
  
• Comfortable using digital tools (POS, inventory software, spreadsheets).

What Youll Get

• The opportunity to lead two fast-growing kitchen operations in one of Mumbaimost exciting hospitality companies.
  
• Direct mentorship from Chef Hussain Shahzad .
  
• A platform to create new dishes and shape a menu that evolves with the seasons.
  
• The chance to build and mentor a talented team from the ground up.
  
• A collaborative, supportive environment where your ideas are valued.
  
• Opportunities to grow as we continue expanding. Recognition for your leadership, creativity, and attention to detail