Indian Cook

Live-In Cook – Homestay

Location: Shyam Nagar, Jaipur
Job Type: Full-time, live-in
Experience Required: 6 months and above, preferably in a hotel, resort, guesthouse or premium homestay
Salary: ₹10,000–₹20,000 per month, depending on experience
Accommodation and meals: Provided

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced full-time live-in cook to independently manage the kitchen at our premium homestay in Jaipur.

The candidate should have prior experience working in a hotel, resort, guesthouse or similar hospitality setup and must be comfortable preparing high-quality, hygienic and well-presented meals for guests.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks and beverages for homestay guests.

• Cook a variety of cuisines, including North Indian, South Indian, Continental and basic Chinese dishes.

• Customize meals based on guest preferences, dietary restrictions and spice requirements.

• Plan daily and weekly menus in coordination with the homestay manager.

• Independently manage the complete kitchen operation.

• Purchase groceries, vegetables and other kitchen supplies when required.

• Monitor inventory and ensure ingredients are stocked without unnecessary wastage.

• Maintain proper food portions, taste, quality and presentation.

• Keep the kitchen, refrigerator, utensils and storage areas clean and hygienic.

• Follow food-safety and personal-hygiene standards at all times.

• Coordinate with housekeeping and other homestay staff for smooth guest service.

• Occasionally prepare meals for small gatherings or special guest requests.

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum 6 months of professional cooking experience.

• Previous experience in a hotel, resort, restaurant, guesthouse or premium homestay is strongly preferred.

• Good knowledge of Indian and multi-cuisine cooking.

• Able to independently manage menu planning, purchasing and kitchen inventory.

• Polite, disciplined, trustworthy and comfortable interacting with guests.

• Willing to live at the property full-time.

• Must maintain high standards of cleanliness and personal hygiene.

• Should be flexible regarding meal timings depending on guest requirements.

Benefits

• Private or shared accommodation provided at the property.

• Meals provided.

• Stable, long-term employment.

• Supportive working environment.

• Salary growth based on performance and guest feedback.

Interested candidates should apply with details of their previous work experience, cuisines they can prepare, current location, expected salary and earliest joining date.

• It is a Full Time Cook / Chef job for candidates with 6 months - 6+ years Experience.