Sous Chef

Job Description – Sous Chef (Pan Asian Cuisine)Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and passionate Sous Chef specializing in Pan Asian cuisine to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of Asian cooking techniques, authentic flavors, and modern presentation styles. As Sous Chef, you will support the Head Chef in managing day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food quality, consistency, hygiene, and team coordination.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in planning, developing, and executing Pan Asian menus (Chinese, Thai, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, etc.).
• Supervise kitchen staff and ensure smooth operations during service.
• Maintain consistency in taste, presentation, and portion control across all dishes.
• Train and mentor junior chefs and kitchen staff on cooking techniques and kitchen standards.
• Ensure compliance with FSSAI standards, food safety, hygiene, and sanitation protocols.
• Manage food costs, portion control, inventory, and wastage.
• Innovate and introduce new dishes while maintaining authenticity and creativity.
• Handle special dietary requirements and guest requests with precision.
• Assist in staff scheduling and maintain discipline and teamwork in the kitchen.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef / Junior Sous Chef in a Pan Asian kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of Asian cuisines (wok cooking, sushi, dim sum, curries, broths, etc.).
• Ability to manage kitchen operations during peak hours.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team management skills.
• Knowledge of kitchen hygiene, safety regulations, and food handling standards.
• Culinary degree/diploma or equivalent professional training preferred.

Key Skills

• Expertise in Pan Asian cooking techniques.
• Strong palate for balancing flavors.
• Creativity in menu development.
• Time management and multitasking.
• Team leadership and staff training.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹40,000.00 - ₹55,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Commuter assistance
• Flexible schedule
• Food provided

Ability to commute/relocate:

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

Experience:

• Pan Asian: 5 years (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

Work Location: In person