Continental chef

About the Role

Bean Town Cafe Kharghar is a neighborhood cafe in Kharghar, Navi Mumbai, expanding its menu to include a wider range of continental dishes. The team values professionalism, consistency, and creativity in the kitchen. This is a full-time, on-site role.

Key Responsibilities

• Planning, preparing, and cooking a variety of continental dishes in line with the cafe’s menu and quality standards.
• Overseeing food preparation, managing kitchen operations during service.
• Ensuring proper portioning and plating.
• Maintaining high standards of hygiene and food safety.
• Collaborating with the management team to introduce new dishes and optimize kitchen workflows.
• Managing inventory and ordering for relevant ingredients.
• Guiding junior kitchen staff.
• Ensuring equipment is properly maintained.
• Supporting consistent taste and presentation of all dishes.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of continental cuisine, including preparation techniques, ingredients, and menu planning.
• Proven experience working as a Continental Chef or in a similar chef position in a restaurant or cafe.
• Sound understanding of food safety standards, kitchen hygiene practices, and proper storage procedures.
• Ability to manage a busy kitchen environment, coordinate with team members, and maintain consistency during peak hours.
• Skill in plating and presentation, with attention to detail and a focus on customer experience.
• Basic inventory management skills, including monitoring stock levels and supporting procurement of ingredients.
• Effective communication skills and a collaborative approach.
• Relevant culinary training or certification from a recognized institute is preferred.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, as required.