Chef

About the Role

This is a full-time, on-site Chef role based in Bengaluru. The Chef will be responsible for planning and preparing menu items, including brick-oven and other signature dishes, while maintaining high standards of taste, presentation, and portion control.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervising kitchen operations.
• Coordinating with kitchen staff.
• Managing food prep and cooking timelines.
• Ensuring orders are delivered accurately and on time.
• Monitoring food quality and hygiene.
• Following safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Managing inventory and minimizing waste.
• Collaborating with management to refine menus.
• Supporting training of junior staff.
• Helping to create a positive, efficient kitchen environment.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Strong culinary skills in hot kitchen, baking, and grilling.
• Experience preparing high-quality, consistent dishes.
• Proficiency in kitchen operations, including food prep coordination, station management, and service timing.
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene standards, and best practices in a commercial kitchen setting.
• Ability to manage inventory, control food costs, and reduce waste while maintaining quality.
• Experience supervising or mentoring kitchen staff, with a collaborative and respectful leadership style.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to work effectively during peak hours.
• Prior experience as a Chef or Cook in a restaurant or hotel.
• Exposure to brick oven or similar specialty cooking is an advantage.
• Willingness to work flexible shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Culinary diploma or relevant certification preferred; equivalent practical experience will be considered.