Chef

Job Title: Executive Chef – Cloud Kitchen & Café Outlets.

Experience Required: Minimum 8–10 years, with at least 3 years in a similar leadership role

Industry: Food & Beverage / Hospitality

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and passionate Executive Chef to lead our culinary operations for cloud kitchen and café outlets. The ideal candidate will bring innovation, consistency, and operational excellence to menu development, food quality, and team leadership. This role is responsible for maintaining high standards of hygiene, food cost management, kitchen performance, and team training.

Key Responsibilities:

Culinary Operations

Oversee daily operations of cloud kitchen and café kitchen(s) to ensure quality, consistency, and timely service.

Design, develop, and standardize recipes for café and delivery menus.

Supervise food preparation and final presentation to maintain brand standards.

Conduct regular food tastings and quality audits.

Menu Development

Innovate seasonal and trend-aligned menus for both cloud kitchen and café.

Plan menus that consider cost, nutritional value, and customer preferences.

Collaborate with the marketing team for new launches and promotions.

Team Management

Lead and mentor kitchen staff including Sous Chefs, CDPs, Commis, and kitchen helpers.

Schedule and manage staff shifts, ensuring adequate coverage.

Conduct training on hygiene, safety, equipment handling, and recipe adherence.

Cost & Inventory Control

Manage food cost by controlling wastage, optimizing portion sizes, and negotiating with suppliers.

Oversee inventory, ordering, and stock rotation for maximum efficiency.

Ensure accurate documentation and compliance with food safety laws.

Compliance & Safety

Maintain kitchen compliance with FSSAI and local municipal health regulations.

Ensure all kitchen equipment and areas are clean, sanitized, and in good working order.

Implement and enforce SOPs related to food handling, cleaning, and workplace safety.

Coordination & Collaboration

Work closely with operations, procurement, marketing, and delivery aggregators (e.g., Swiggy, Zomato) to streamline workflow.

Participate in management reviews, menu engineering, and customer feedback sessions.

Key Skills & Qualifications:

Degree/Diploma in Culinary Arts or Hotel Management.

Proven experience as an Executive Chef or Head Chef in cloud kitchens, cafes, or QSR chains.

Strong knowledge of modern and traditional culinary trends.

Excellent leadership, team-building, and interpersonal skills.

Strong understanding of food costing, vendor management, and kitchen inventory systems.

Proficient in hygiene and safety compliance standards (HACCP, FSSAI, etc.).

Familiarity with POS systems, kitchen automation, and food aggregator dashboards is a plus.

Performance Metrics:

Food cost percentage and wastage control.

Recipe consistency and customer satisfaction ratings.

Timely service across delivery and dine-in.

Staff performance and attrition rate.

Hygiene and audit compliance scores.

Remuneration:

Competitive salary package based on experience, with performance-based incentives and benefits.

• It is a Full Time Cook / Chef job for candidates with 6+ years of experience.

More about this Chef job

1. What is the eligibility criteria to apply for this Chef job?
   Ans: The candidate should be Graduate and above and above with 6+ years of experience of experience
2. How much salary can I expect for this job role?
   Ans: You can expect a salary of ₹20000 - ₹40000 per month that depends on your interview. It's a Full Time job in Mumbai.
3. How many working days are there for this Chef job?
   Ans: This Chef job will have 6 working days.
4. Are there any charges applicable while applying or joining this Chef job?
   Ans: No, there is no fee applicable for applying this Chef job and during the employment with the company, i.e., CELESON ENTERPRISES PRIVATE LIMITED.
5. Is it a work from home job?
   Ans: No, it’s not a work from home job and can't be done online.
6. How many openings are there for this Chef role?
   Ans: There is an immediate opening of 2 Chef at CELESON ENTERPRISES PRIVATE LIMITED
7. Who can apply for this job?
   Ans: Both Male and Female candidates can apply for this Cook / Chef job.
8. What are the timings of this Chef job?
   Ans: This Chef job has 09:00 AM - 06:00 PM timing.