Job Description

A Head Chef job description includes menu planning, food preparation oversight, kitchen staff management, inventory control, and maintaining food safety and hygiene standards to ensure a high-quality dining experience. The Head Chef leads culinary operations, works with suppliers and restaurant management, and ensures the kitchen runs efficiently and profitably. Key Responsibilities

Menu & Recipe Development:

Design and update menus, create new dishes, and ensure high standards for food quality, presentation, and flavor.

Staff Leadership:

Recruit, hire, train, and supervise kitchen staff, delegating tasks and resolving issues to maintain a productive team.

Kitchen Operations:

Manage day-to-day kitchen activities, ensuring efficiency, cleanliness, and order, and addressing any operational problems quickly.

Inventory & Supplies:

Oversee stock levels, order necessary ingredients and supplies from vendors, and maintain relationships with these suppliers.

Food Safety & Quality:

Ensure strict adherence to health, hygiene, and safety regulations, inspecting food quality and presentation before it reaches the customer.

Cost Management:

Manage food costs, monitor inventory, and work with restaurant management to control expenses.
Required Skills

Leadership:

Strong ability to lead, motivate, and manage a diverse team of kitchen staff.

Culinary Expertise:

A strong foundation in cooking techniques, recipe development, and an understanding of current culinary trends.

Organizational Skills:

Ability to manage multiple tasks, maintain an efficient kitchen, and handle administrative duties like inventory and scheduling.

Communication:

Clear communication skills to liaise with management, staff, and suppliers.

Problem-Solving:

Proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues that arise in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹1,200,000.00 - ₹1,800,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Cell phone reimbursement Health insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Provident Fund
Work Location: In person