Head Chef/Kitchen Manager

**Job Title**: Head Chef / Kitchen Manager

**Location**: Blue Diamond the Hotel, Korba, Chhattisgarh

**Reports to**: General Manager

### **Key Responsibilities**:

1. **Menu Planning & Development**:

- Design and innovate menu items, considering guest preferences, market trends, and seasonal availability.

- Ensure consistency in food presentation, portion size, and taste.

2. **Kitchen Operations Management**:

- Oversee the day-to-day operations of the kitchen, ensuring smooth and efficient service.

- Monitor food preparation and cooking processes to ensure compliance with recipes and standards.

- Coordinate with different sections of the kitchen (e.g., grill, sauté, pastry, etc.) to ensure workflow efficiency.

3. **Food Quality & Safety Standards**:

- Maintain the highest standards of food quality, hygiene, and sanitation in compliance with food safety regulations.

- Regularly check ingredients, supplies, and kitchen equipment for cleanliness and operational efficiency.

4. **Inventory & Cost Control**:

- Manage kitchen inventory, ensuring adequate stock of ingredients while minimizing waste.

- Prepare food cost analysis and work within budgeted food costs.

- Coordinate with suppliers for sourcing high-quality ingredients at the best prices.

5. **Team Management & Training**:

- Lead and motivate the kitchen team, providing training on new techniques, recipes, and kitchen processes.

- Create staff schedules, manage timekeeping, and ensure coverage during peak hours.

- Conduct regular team meetings to maintain open communication and address any kitchen issues.

6. **Collaboration with Other Departments**:

- Work closely with the hotel’s management team, including front-of-house staff and the restaurant manager, to ensure seamless service delivery.

- Collaborate with event planners for banquets (Celeste and Midtown) to design customized menus for large groups.

7. **Health & Safety Compliance**:

- Implement and monitor compliance with safety and health regulations, including HACCP and FSSAI standards.

- Conduct regular inspections to ensure that all equipment is maintained and in proper working condition.

8. **Customer Satisfaction & Feedback**:

- Monitor guest feedback regarding food quality and kitchen performance.

- Address guest concerns promptly and make necessary adjustments to improve the overall dining experience.

### **Qualifications**:

- Diploma or degree in Culinary Arts, Hotel Management, or a related field.

- Proven experience as a Head Chef or Kitchen Manager in a hotel or fine dining environment.

- Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.

- Ability to handle high-pressure environments and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

- Proficiency in inventory management and kitchen cost control.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹40,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month

Benefits:

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

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Korba, Chhattisgarh: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Experience:

• total work: 10 years (Required)

Language:

• hindi, english (Required)

Work Location: In person