South Indian Cook

Job Title: South Indian Chef

Department: Culinary / Kitchen
Location: Coonoor, The Nilgiris

Job Summary:

We are looking for an experienced and passionate South Indian Chef to prepare authentic and high-quality South Indian dishes. The ideal candidate should have in-depth knowledge of traditional recipes from states such as Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh, and be capable of creating both vegetarian and non-vegetarian specialties. The chef will ensure consistency in taste, presentation, and kitchen hygiene standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook a wide range of South Indian dishes, including but not limited to dosa, idli, vada, sambar, rasam, chutneys, Kerala curries, Andhra-style biryanis, and Chettinad specialties.
• Develop and maintain traditional and innovative South Indian menus.
• Ensure authentic taste, texture, and presentation of dishes.
• Manage kitchen operations for South Indian cuisine, including food prep, cooking, and service coordination.
• Maintain cleanliness, hygiene, and food safety standards as per regulations.
• Monitor food inventory, portion sizes, and control waste.
• Train junior staff on South Indian cooking techniques and plating.
• Work closely with the purchasing team to ensure the availability of fresh and authentic ingredients.
• Ensure timely preparation and delivery of dishes, especially during high-demand periods.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a South Indian Chef or in a similar role within a South Indian kitchen setup.
• Culinary degree or certification preferred, but not mandatory with sufficient hands-on experience.
• Strong knowledge of South Indian spices, ingredients, and traditional cooking methods (steaming, frying, tempering, etc.).
• Ability to work independently and lead a kitchen team.
• High attention to detail, especially regarding taste, hygiene, and presentation.
• Good communication and time management skills.
• Flexibility to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Preferred Experience:

• 3–5 years in a professional kitchen focusing on South Indian cuisine
• Experience in a hotel, fine dining restaurant, or catering service is an advantage

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹30,000.00 - ₹35,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Food provided

Work Location: In person