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Key Responsibilities:
- Menu Creation: Develop, innovate, and execute a wide variety of Indian dishes, including vegetarian, non-vegetarian, and tandoori items.
- Cooking: Prepare and cook authentic Indian dishes, including appetizers, mains, side dishes, and desserts, ensuring that each dish is consistently of high quality.
- Spice & Ingredient Management: Skillfully blend and balance Indian spices and ingredients to create distinct, flavorful dishes.
- Kitchen Operations: Oversee the day-to-day operations of the kitchen, including staff management, meal preparation, and quality control.
- Inventory & Stock Management: Monitor inventory levels and collaborate with the purchasing team to ensure the availability of fresh and high-quality ingredients.
- Team Leadership: Train, guide, and mentor kitchen staff to ensure efficient workflow and to maintain culinary standards.
- Presentation: Ensure that dishes are presented beautifully and in line with the restaurant’s standards.
- Sanitation & Safety: Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment by adhering to food safety regulations and hygiene protocols.
- Customer Satisfaction: Interact with customers when necessary to accommodate special requests or provide insight into the dishes.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a Chef specializing in Indian cuisine, with a minimum of 2 year of experience in a high-volume restaurant or hotel.
- Expertise in a range of Indian regional cuisines (North Indian, South Indian, Punjabi, Bengali, etc.).
- Strong understanding of Indian spices, herbs, and traditional cooking methods (tandoor, clay oven, etc.).
- Ability to handle high-pressure environments and work well with a team.
- Excellent knife skills and attention to detail.
- Knowledge of food safety standards and regulations.
- Ability to create new and innovative recipes to enhance the menu.
Preferred:
- Certification from a culinary school or equivalent experience.
- Experience working in a multi-cuisine kitchen.
- Prior experience in a leadership role.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand for extended periods.
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 50kg
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
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