Head Cook

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Head Chef to lead kitchen operations, manage staff, and ensure the highest quality of food production. The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in Indian, Tandoor, Continental, and Fast Food cuisine, with the ability to maintain consistency, hygiene, and innovation across all dishes.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Kitchen Management

• Oversee daily kitchen operations and ensure smooth workflow.

• Plan and manage kitchen schedules, staff rosters, and task allocation.

• Supervise all kitchen staff including commis, helpers, and stewards.

2. Food Quality & Production

• Ensure food preparation meets company standards in taste, portion, and presentation.

• Maintain recipe consistency across all outlets.

• Introduce new dishes and seasonal menus as per concept and trends.

• Conduct regular tasting and quality checks.

3. Inventory & Cost Control

• Monitor daily consumption and maintain minimum wastage.

• Manage indenting, ordering, and receiving of raw materials.

• Ensure cost-effective utilization of resources and maintain ideal food cost percentage.

4. Hygiene & Safety

• Ensure kitchen hygiene and food safety standards as per FSSAI guidelines.

• Conduct regular cleaning schedules and staff hygiene checks.

• Maintain proper storage and temperature control of perishable items.

5. Staff Training & Development

• Train new and existing staff on standard recipes, portioning, and presentation.

• Motivate and discipline the team to maintain high performance.

• Conduct regular performance reviews and provide constructive feedback.

6. Coordination & Reporting

• Coordinate with Restaurant Manager / RM for smooth operations and guest satisfaction.

• Maintain daily kitchen reports, wastage sheets, and inventory records.

• Report to Corporate Chef / HR regarding staffing or operational issues.

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Strong leadership and team management skills.

• Expertise in Indian, Tandoor, Continental, and Fast Food cuisine.

• Sound knowledge of kitchen hygiene, safety, and cost control.

• Creative, disciplined, and able to work under pressure.

• Proficient in kitchen documentation and reporting.

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

More about this Head Cook job

1. What is the eligibility criteria to apply for this Head Cook job?
   Ans: The candidate should be Diploma 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 ₹30000 - ₹38000 per month that depends on your interview. It's a Full Time job in Gurdaspur.
3. How many working days are there for this Head Cook job?
   Ans: This Head Cook job will have 6 working days.
4. Are there any charges applicable while applying or joining this Head Cook job?
   Ans: No, there is no fee applicable for applying this Head Cook job and during the employment with the company, i.e., Fraterniti Foods 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 Head Cook role?
   Ans: There is an immediate opening of 1 Head Cook at Fraterniti Foods Private Limited
7. Who can apply for this job?
   Ans: Only Male candidates can apply for this Cook / Chef job.
8. What are the timings of this Head Cook job?
   Ans: This Head Cook job has 10:00 AM - 08:00 PM timing.