Chef

Job Title: Indian Chef

Job Summary

An Indian Chef is responsible for preparing authentic Indian cuisine, ensuring high-quality food presentation, maintaining kitchen hygiene standards, and contributing to menu development. The chef must have strong knowledge of traditional Indian spices, cooking techniques, and regional dishes.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a wide range of Indian dishes including North Indian, South Indian, Tandoori, and Indo-Chinese cuisine.

• Plan and design menus featuring traditional and contemporary Indian recipes.

• Ensure consistency in taste, portioning, and presentation.

• Manage food preparation, cooking schedules, and kitchen operations.

• Monitor food stock levels and place orders when needed.

• Maintain cleanliness and comply with food safety and hygiene standards.

• Train and supervise junior kitchen staff.

• Control food costs and minimize waste.

• Ensure proper storage of ingredients and spices.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Indian Chef or similar role.

• Strong knowledge of Indian spices, herbs, and traditional cooking techniques.

• Expertise in preparing curries, biryanis, tandoori items, breads (naan, roti), and regional specialties.

• Ability to operate kitchen equipment safely.

• Good leadership and team management skills.

• Knowledge of food safety regulations.

• Culinary diploma or certification (preferred).

• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in fine dining or high-volume restaurants.

• Knowledge of regional Indian cuisines (Punjabi, Chettinad, Gujarati, etc.)

• Experience with menu costing and inventory management.

• It is a Full Time కుక్ / చెఫ్ job for candidates with 3 - 6 years of experience.