Company: Niraamaya Retreats Surya Samudra, Kovalam
Location: Kovalam, Kerala
Please Note: Only candidates with prior experience in luxury wellness resorts will be considered. Applicants without relevant wellness resort experience are requested not to apply.
Job Summary
Niraamaya Retreats Surya Samudra, Kovalam is seeking an experienced Executive Chef with a proven background in luxury wellness resorts. The ideal candidate will lead all culinary operations, create innovative wellness-focused menus, and deliver exceptional dining experiences that complement the resort's holistic wellness philosophy.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring the highest standards of food quality and presentation.
- Develop and curate wellness-focused menus, including Ayurvedic, healthy, organic, vegetarian, vegan, and therapeutic cuisine.
- Collaborate with the Wellness and Ayurveda teams to design personalized meal plans for guests.
- Manage kitchen staff through training, mentoring, and performance management.
- Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards.
- Monitor food costs, inventory, procurement, and kitchen budgets.
- Drive culinary innovation while maintaining consistency and operational excellence.
Mandatory Requirements
- Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Culinary Arts, Hotel Management, or a related field.
- Minimum 8–10 years of culinary experience, with at least 3 years as an Executive Chef or Sous Chef in a luxury wellness resort.
- Prior experience in a luxury wellness resort is mandatory. Applications from candidates without relevant wellness resort experience will not be considered.
- Strong expertise in wellness cuisine, Ayurvedic diets, organic cuisine, and therapeutic meal planning.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and team management skills.
- Thorough knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Accommodation provided
- Duty meals
- Uniform provided
- Career growth opportunities
Pay: ₹70,000.00 - ₹81,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Food provided
- Health insurance
- Provident Fund
Work Location: In person
