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Job post summary: Executive Chef
Position: Executive Chef Location: Puducherry, India
Reports To: General Manager / Hotel Manager
Department: Food & Beverage (F&B)
Work Start: Immediately ASAP!!!
Job Summary:
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Executive Chef to lead and manage kitchen operations, develop menus, and ensure high standards of food quality, safety, and presentation. The ideal candidate will have a strong culinary background, leadership skills, and a commitment to delivering exceptional dining experiences.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Leadership & Team Development:
- Lead and manage kitchen staff, including recruitment, training, scheduling, and performance management.
- Foster a culture of teamwork, creativity, and continuous learning among the culinary team.
- Mentor junior chefs and ensure alignment with our values of empowerment and growth opportunities.
2. Menu Development & Execution:
- Develop seasonal and innovative menus for in-house dining.
- Incorporate guest feedback and market trends to enhance and evolve offerings continually.
3. Operational Excellence:
- Oversee all kitchen operations to ensure smooth service, quality control, and compliance with food safety regulations.
- Manage inventory efficiently to minimize waste while ensuring the availability of fresh, high-quality ingredients.
- Implement cost control measures to optimize food cost percentages and profitability without compromising quality.
4. Standardization of Recipes, Processes, and Hygiene:
- Establish standardized recipes, portion controls, and kitchen processes to ensure consistent quality.
- Develop and enforce rigorous hygiene protocols, safety standards, and operational checklists to maintain a pristine kitchen environment.
- Focus on creating scalable processes and frameworks that will enable to replicate its culinary success across future locations.
5. Financial & Administrative Management:
- Develop and manage the culinary department’s budget, including forecasting and managing labor, food, and operational costs.
- Collaborate with the general manager and marketing team on promotional activities to drive revenue growth.
- Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and hygiene standards, maintaining a professional kitchen environment.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Degree or Diploma in Culinary Arts or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of progressive culinary experience, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role.
- Experience in managing high-end restaurants, boutique hotels, or events-driven operations.
- Expertise in global cuisine and Arabian is highly preferred.
- Strong business acumen with experience in budgeting, cost control, and vendor management.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
Key Attributes:
- Creativity and Innovation: Ability to design menus and experiences that are both fresh and exciting.
- Attention to Detail: High standards for food presentation, cleanliness, and service delivery.
- Adaptability: Thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with the ability to evolve offerings based on market and guest needs.
- Process-Oriented: Strong focus on establishing and maintaining standard recipes, hygiene protocols, and operational procedures.
- Guest-Centric Focus: Committed to exceeding guest expectations and creating memorable dining experiences.
Salary:
- Competitive based on experience
Other:
- Please feel free to contact at +91-9952330430
- Perks and Offers will be discussed during face to face session.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Puducherry, Puducherry: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Pay: ₹50,000.00 - ₹70,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person
