Job Description
We are looking for a skilled and experienced Café Kitchen Chef to manage food preparation and kitchen operations. The candidate will be responsible for preparing high-quality food items as per standard recipes, maintaining consistency in taste and presentation, managing kitchen inventory, and ensuring a clean and hygienic work environment.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook food items according to the café menu and standard recipes.
- Handle preparation of snacks, sandwiches, pasta, pizza, burgers, salads, breakfast items, and other café dishes as required.
- Ensure consistency in taste, quality, portion size, and presentation.
- Complete daily mise en place and ensure all ingredients are ready for service.
- Monitor food quality and freshness of ingredients.
- Maintain proper food storage and temperature-control procedures.
- Manage kitchen stock and coordinate with management for purchase requirements.
- Minimize food wastage through proper portion control and inventory management.
- Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of kitchen equipment, workstations, and storage areas.
- Follow food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards.
- Coordinate with service staff to ensure timely preparation and delivery of orders.
- Train and guide junior kitchen staff when required.
- Assist in menu planning and development of new food items.
- Monitor kitchen equipment and report maintenance requirements.
- Ensure smooth kitchen operations during peak business hours.
Requirements
- 10th / 12th pass; Culinary or Hotel Management qualification preferred.
- 2–4 years of relevant experience in a café, restaurant, hotel, or commercial kitchen.
- Good knowledge of café-style food preparation and cooking techniques.
- Strong understanding of food hygiene and safety standards.
- Good time-management and organizational skills.
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen.
- Team-oriented with good communication skills.
- Willingness to work in shifts, weekends, and holidays.
Experience
2–4 years of relevant experience preferred.
Key Skills
Food Preparation | Café Kitchen Operations | Menu Execution | Cooking Skills | Mise en Place | Food Safety & Hygiene | Inventory Management | Cost & Wastage Control | Team Coordination
Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person
