South Indian Kitchen Supervisor & Culinary Mentor

Namma Anna Restaurant; Ras Al Khaimah; On-site; AED 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Namma Anna Restaurant is seeking an experienced kitchen lead to oversee daily operations and ensure authentic South Indian and Tamil dishes are prepared to the highest standards. You will mentor the team and train cooks in traditional techniques, while maintaining strict hygiene and inventory control.

The role requires a culinary degree in South Indian cuisine, at least 5 years in professional kitchens with supervisory experience, and a certification in Food Safety and Hygiene.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or formal training in South Indian cuisine.
• Proven expertise in traditional South Indian and Tamil cooking methods (dosa, idli, sambar, regional curries).
• Experience in supervising a kitchen team and maintaining high quality standards.
• Certification in Food Safety and Hygiene (e.g., ServSafe or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations ensuring authentic preparation of South Indian and Tamil delicacies.
• Manage inventory of fresh produce, spices and key ingredients with stock rotation to minimize waste.
• Lead and mentor the kitchen team, providing hands-on training in traditional cooking techniques.
• Enforce hygiene and sanitation protocols adhering to local health regulations.

Skills

South Indian cuisine

Tamil cooking

Kitchen supervision

Inventory management

Hygiene and sanitation

Education

Culinary degree in South Indian cuisine

Job description

Namma Anna Restaurant is seeking an experienced kitchen lead to oversee daily operations and ensure authentic South Indian and Tamil dishes are prepared to the highest standards. You will mentor the team and train cooks in traditional techniques, while maintaining strict hygiene and inventory control.

The role requires a culinary degree in South Indian cuisine, at least 5 years in professional kitchens with supervisory experience, and a certification in Food Safety and Hygiene.