Kitchen Team

• Love cooking and creating simple, tasty dishes
• Be familiar with hygiene and food safety standards
• Be punctual, organized, and focused during kitchen operations
• Have the ability to multitask and deliver food on time
• Be friendly and respectful while engaging with guests and staff
• Be honest, disciplined, and maintain cleanliness at all times
• Be open to rotational shifts and weekly offs
• Be committed to teamwork and collaborative operations
• Be open to relocation across properties as per opportunity

• Report to the Property Manager
• Manage daily kitchen operations including food prep, cooking, and service
• Maintain a clean and hygienic kitchen space at all times
• Coordinate meal timings with the team, especially for breakfast and evening specials
• Prepare food as per the decided menu and dietary requirements when needed
• Keep track of inventory, plan purchases, and minimize food waste
• Maintain kitchen records and follow Zostel’s food SOPs
• Assist in planning community meals, events, or barbeques occasionally
• Ensure compliance with all food handling and hygiene regulations

• Experienced in basic kitchen work, ideally in a hostel, café, or guest house setting
• A quick learner and comfortable preparing Indian and Continental basics
• A team player with a calm temperament, even during rush hours
• Able to manage inventory and maintain a clean cooking environment
• Communicative in basic English or Hindi

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