South Indian Cook

South Indian Chef – Roles & Responsibilities (Cloud Kitchen)

Job Title:

South Indian Chef

Job Summary:

The South Indian Chef is responsible for preparing authentic South Indian dishes in a cloud kitchen environment while maintaining food quality, consistency, hygiene, and timely order execution.

Key Responsibilities:

Food Preparation & Cooking

• Prepare South Indian dishes such as Dosa, Idli, Vada, Uttapam, Pongal, Upma, Rice varieties, Sambar, Rasam, Chutneys, and Curry preparations.

• Ensure consistency in taste, presentation, and portion sizes.

• Follow standardized recipes and cooking procedures.

• Prepare ingredients, batters, masalas, and gravies as per production requirements.

Order Management

• Coordinate with the kitchen team to ensure timely preparation and dispatch of online orders.

• Maintain speed and accuracy during peak order hours.

• Ensure all orders are packed according to company standards.

Inventory & Stock Control

• Monitor daily stock levels of food ingredients and kitchen supplies.

• Report shortages and place requisitions for required items.

• Minimize food wastage and control production costs.

• Ensure proper storage of raw materials and prepared food items.

Hygiene & Food Safety

• Follow food safety standards and kitchen hygiene protocols.

• Maintain cleanliness of workstations, equipment, and storage areas.

• Ensure compliance with FSSAI guidelines and company policies.

• Practice proper handling and storage of perishable items.

Quality Control

• Conduct quality checks on ingredients and finished products.

• Maintain consistency in food quality and customer satisfaction.

• Ensure all dishes meet the brand's standards before dispatch.

Team Coordination

• Work closely with kitchen helpers, commis chefs, and packing staff.

• Assist in training junior kitchen staff when required.

• Support smooth kitchen operations and workflow management.

Skills Required:

• Strong knowledge of authentic South Indian cuisine.

• Expertise in dosa batter preparation and tawa operations.

• Knowledge of food costing and portion control.

• Ability to work under pressure in a high-volume cloud kitchen.

• Good understanding of food safety and hygiene standards.

Experience:

• 2–5 years of experience as a South Indian Chef in a restaurant, catering unit, or cloud kitchen.

• Experience handling online food delivery operations is preferred.

Reporting To:

• Head Chef / Kitchen Manager / Operations Manager.

• It is a Full Time Cook / Chef job for candidates with 6 months - 5 years of experience.