South Indian Dosa Master

Job Description

Here is a professional list of responsibilities for a South Indian Dosa Master, suitable for use in restaurant job descriptions or hospitality resumes: South Indian Dosa Master – Key Responsibilities 1. Dosa Preparation Expertise: Prepare a variety of dosas (plain, masala, rava, onion, ghee roast, etc.) with consistency and quality. Maintain authentic South Indian taste, texture, and appearance in every preparation. 2. Batter Handling & Fermentation: Prepare and manage dosa batter (rice and urad dal) including soaking, grinding, and fermenting. Ensure batter consistency and hygiene standards are maintained daily. 3. Live Counter & Display Cooking: Operate at live counters during buffet or à la carte service. Engage with guests while preparing fresh dosas upon request. 4. Kitchen Hygiene & Food Safety: Maintain cleanliness of the dosa station and surrounding areas. Follow all FSSAI and food safety standards including personal hygiene, sanitization, and storage protocols. 5. Inventory & Ingredient Management: Monitor daily stock levels of dosa ingredients like batter, oil, spices, and chutney accompaniments. Communicate shortages or reordering needs to the kitchen supervisor. 6. Menu & Recipe Development: Innovate with new dosa varieties like cheese dosa, paneer dosa, or fusion dosas based on customer feedback and trends. Assist in seasonal or special dosa menu creation. 7. Team Coordination: Collaborate with kitchen helpers, commis chefs, and service staff for smooth operation during peak hours. Train junior staff or helpers in dosa preparation and station setup. 8. Equipment Maintenance: Ensure proper functioning and regular cleaning of dosa tawa, burners, and utensils. Report technical faults to maintenance or kitchen manager. 9. Portion & Quality Control: Maintain uniform portion sizes and control wastage of ingredients. Regularly taste and inspect food quality before service. 10. Customer Satisfaction: Take pride in presentation and taste of dosas served to enhance guest experience. Address special dietary requests or spice levels as per guest preferences.