Head Chef/Kitchen Manager

Malni Bistro is looking for a skilled and dependable Head Chef who can confidently take charge of a multi-cuisine kitchen specializing in Indian, Chinese, and Tandoori dishes.

This role is ideal for someone with 5+ years of hands-on experience in leading a full-service kitchen, managing a diverse team (8-10), and consistently delivering high-quality food with efficiency and flair.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen operations for Indian, Chinese, and Tandoor sections
• Supervise and train junior chefs and kitchen staff
• Standardize recipes, maintain portion control, and ensure food quality and consistency
• Coordinate with Store Manager for daily prep, procurement, and inventory
• Ensure hygiene, food safety, and FSSAI compliance across the kitchen
• Work closely with FOH team & Store Manager for smooth service coordination
• Monitor kitchen expenses, reduce wastage, and ensure cost-effective operations
• Innovate and refresh the menu seasonally with regional specials and crowd-pleasers
• Ensure visually stunning, Instagram-worthy food presentations to drive positive reviews and social media buzz

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience as Head Chef or Sous Chef in a full-service restaurant
• Minimum 10+12 educated with good written English skills for KOT handling and kitchen reporting
• Expertise in Indian (North & South), Indo-Chinese, and traditional Tandoor cuisine
• Ability to manage a high-volume kitchen and work under pressure
• Proficient in kitchen inventory, costing, and vendor management
• Must speak Hindi; basic English communication is essential
• Willing to commit to a minimum of 1 year of job employment (or longer term)
• Must provide 3 verified professional references

What We Offer

• Competitive fixed monthly salary
• Accommodation and daily meals provided
• Provident Fund (PF) benefits after confirmation
• A clean, safe, and performance-focused work culture

Important:
Please do not apply if:

• You do not have minimum experience
• You cannot provide references
• You are not comfortable with the offered salary (Salary is fixed)
• You cannot relocate to Sambalpur
• If you cannot commit for 2 years

Location: Sambalpur, Odisha
Full-time | Immediate Joining Preferred (No Advance and relocation before joining in person)

To Apply: Submit your updated resume along with references and recent food photos.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹20,000.00 - ₹23,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Food provided

Schedule:

• Rotational shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Sambalpur, Orissa: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Do you have at least 5 years experience as a Chef and kitchen manager and can provide references for the same?

Education:

• Higher Secondary(12th Pass) (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Expected Start Date: 20/07/2025