Company: Gravita India Ltd
Location: Head Office, Jaipur
Department: Administration / Canteen
Reports To: Admin Head
Employment Type: Full-time
We are seeking a reliable and experienced Cook to manage the daily food preparation and kitchen operations at our manufacturing facility. The primary responsibility is to prepare safe, hygienic, and nutritious meals for a large workforce (e.g., 100–300 employees per shift), adhering to strict food safety, quality, and cost standards. The role supports employee well-being and productivity by ensuring wholesome food in a clean, organized canteen environment.
Prepare breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snack items as per the approved weekly menu, including regional Indian vegetarian/non-vegetarian (if applicable) meals.
Adjust recipes and quantities based on daily shift attendance (general and night shifts).
Plan and rotate menus to provide variety, nutrition, and seasonal appropriateness while minimizing waste.
Prepare special meals for festivals, celebrations, or employees on dietary restrictions (e.g., diabetic, medical).
Strictly follow FSSAI guidelines and company sanitation protocols.
Ensure personal hygiene (clean uniform, gloves, hairnet, no illness) and proper food handling (avoid cross-contamination, maintain cooking temperatures).
Maintain cleanliness of kitchen equipment (stoves, mixers, tandoor), utensils, storage areas, and floors.
Dispose of kitchen waste and used oil as per environmental standards (aligned with Gravita’s sustainability focus).
Assist in daily/monthly inventory of raw materials (vegetables, grains, spices, oil, milk products).
Inspect incoming ingredients for quality, quantity, and freshness; reject substandard items.
Minimize food spoilage through proper storage (dry, refrigeration, labeling with dates).
Collaborate with admin to order supplies within budget, avoiding overstocking or shortages.
Supervise or assist helper(s) in cutting vegetables, serving, dishwashing, and canteen cleaning.
Coordinate with shift supervisors to stagger meal breaks without disrupting production schedules.
Ensure timely meal service for multiple shifts (e.g., 8 AM–5 PM, 5 PM–2 AM, night shift).
Report any malfunctioning kitchen equipment (oven, exhaust, refrigerator) to admin for immediate repair.
Ensure gas cylinders, electrical appliances, and fire extinguishers are handled safely.
Education: 10th or 12th pass; Diploma/Certificate in Food Production, Hotel Management, or ITI (Catering) preferred.
Experience: Minimum 2–3 years as a cook, preferably in a factory canteen, industrial mess, or large hostel kitchen (scale: 100+ people per meal).
Technical Skills:
Expertise in bulk cooking (tadka, pressure cookers, large tawas/kadhai).
Basic knowledge of roti-making machines, rice cookers, and industrial stoves.
Ability to prepare simple, nutritious, and tasty vegetarian meals (Gravita may prefer pure veg; specify if non-veg allowed).
Soft Skills:
Time management and punctuality.
Teamwork and communication (Hindi/English/regional language).
Problem-solving during supply shortages or equipment failure.
