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Job Description – Kitchen Apprentice

Designation: Kitchen Apprentice
Reporting Manager: Sous Chef / Partner Chef
Department: Kitchen (BOH)
Level: Entry-Level / Trainee

About Curious Laddoo Pvt Ltd

As the proud parent company of Zuru Zuru, Delhi’s beloved Japanese comfort food brand, we at Curious Laddoo Pvt Ltd, are redefining what it means to build a restaurant company from the ground up.

We blend global best practices with Indian operational wisdom, balancing street-smart resource optimisation with a deep respect for hospitality. With restaurants, a base kitchen, FMCG aspirations, and managed services already under our belt — we’re not just growing, we’re multiplying.

If you're someone who believes in excellence without ego, hustle with heart, and systems with soul — we’re building something you’ll be proud to call home.

About the Role

The Kitchen Apprentice program is created for young, passionate individuals who want to begin their culinary journey. You will learn foundational kitchen skills from expert chefs, understand CL-standard recipes, and support food preparation, cutting, cleaning, and basic cooking tasks.
This is a hands-on learning role that sets you up to grow into a Line Cook or Commis within 12–18 months.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist chefs with basic food preparation (cutting, cleaning, sorting, portioning).

• Maintain kitchen hygiene, cleanliness, and workstation setup as per SOPs.

• Support mise en place for daily shifts.

• Learn CL recipes, kitchen standards, and equipment handling.

• Follow safety, hygiene, and sanitation guidelines at all times.

• Ensure wastage is kept minimal and accurately reported.

• Support Line Cooks during peak hours.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education & Experience

• 12th pass or Diploma in Culinary Arts (preferred).

• Prior kitchen internship is a plus but not mandatory.

Technical Skills

• Basic knife skills (training provided).

• Understanding of hygiene and cleaning requirements.

• Willingness to learn and follow instructions.

Personal Attributes

• Curious and eager to learn.

• Punctual, disciplined, and hardworking.

• Respectful, team player, humble.

• High stamina and ability to handle a fast-paced kitchen.

Performance Metrics

• Hygiene & Station Cleanliness: 100% compliance

• Preparation Accuracy: 95%+

• Wastage Level: < 3%

• Learning Progress Score: > 4/5 per month

• Punctuality & Discipline: Zero major defaults

Work Environment

• Hot, fast-paced kitchen environment

• Standing for long hours

• Split shifts, weekends, and holiday work

• Physical work including lifting, cleaning, moving items

• It is a Full Time Cook / Chef job for candidates with 1 - 4 years of experience.