Job Description

Job Title:

Head Chef - Food Processing / Central Kitchen

Products:

Salads, Juices, Sandwiches, Smoothies

Location:

Talegaon Dabhade

Experience:

6-10 years (minimum 3-4 years in central kitchen / food production)

Reporting To:

Operation Head

Job Purpose

To lead and manage daily food production in a

SOP-driven food processing environment

, ensuring

consistent quality, food safety, hygiene compliance, cost control, and timely dispatch

of fresh products such as salads, juices, sandwiches, and smoothies.

Key ResponsibilitiesProduction & Operations

Plan and supervise daily production of

salads, juices, sandwiches, and smoothies

as per production plan Ensure

consistency in taste, portion size, freshness, and presentation

Manage prep, processing, assembling, and packing activities Monitor raw material usage and minimize wastage Ensure timely completion of batches for dispatch

Food Safety, Hygiene & Compliance

Ensure strict adherence to

FSSAI, GMP, GHP, hygiene, and sanitation standards

Maintain

batch records, production logs, temperature records, cleaning checklists

Ensure cold-chain handling for fresh & perishable products Prepare the unit for internal and external audits Ensure proper cleaning, sanitation, and pest control practices

Team Management

Lead and supervise production chefs, commis, helpers, and operators Allocate work and manage shift-wise manpower Train team on

SOPs, hygiene, food safety, and handling of fresh produce

Monitor attendance, discipline, and productivity

Inventory & Cost Control

Coordinate with stores and procurement for raw material planning Ensure FIFO / FEFO for fruits, vegetables, bread, dairy, and other perishables Control food cost and reduce spoilage and wastage Monitor daily stock consumption and yield
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ?50,000.00 - ?55,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person