Chef

Hotel Saurabh Haldwani; Haldwani; On-site; INR 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Black Sheep Bistro is seeking a full-time, on-site Chef in Panaji to lead daily kitchen operations, plan menus, and oversee cooking and plating to meet quality standards.

You will manage inventory, supervise staff, and collaborate with management on seasonal offerings while ensuring cost control and a positive guest experience. Flexibility for evenings and weekends is required.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated culinary skills with experience in menu planning, food preparation, and plating.
• Knowledge of kitchen operations, including inventory management, food safety, and hygiene standards.
• Ability to lead and train kitchen staff, delegate tasks, and promote effective teamwork.
• Strong time management and organization skills to handle multiple tickets and busy service periods.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required in a restaurant environment.
• Prior experience as a Chef, Sous Chef, or similar role in a professional kitchen is preferred.
• Culinary certification or formal training in culinary arts is an advantage.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive, respectful, and non-discriminatory workplace.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute daily menus, oversee food preparation and cooking.
• Ensure that all dishes meet the restaurant’s quality and presentation standards.
• Manage kitchen operations, supervise kitchen staff, and monitor inventory.
• Order supplies and maintain a clean, safe, and compliant work environment.
• Collaborate with management to develop seasonal offerings and control food costs.
• Support a positive guest experience through consistent, timely service.

Skills

Menu planning

Food preparation

Plating

Kitchen operations

Inventory management

Food safety

Hygiene standards

Team leadership

Time management

Organization

Education

Culinary certification

Job description

Company Description

Black Sheep Bistro is a food and beverages company known for its neighborhood dining experience and focus on quality ingredients. Originally based in Vergennes, Vermont, the brand is recognized for its welcoming atmosphere and thoughtful menus. The team emphasizes creativity, consistency, and hospitality, aiming to provide guests with memorable meals and attentive service. Black Sheep Bistro values team members who care about craftsmanship, collaboration, and guest satisfaction, and is expanding its presence with an on-site location in Panaji.

Role Description

The Chef role at Black Sheep Bistro is a full-time, on-site position located in Panaji. The Chef will plan and execute daily menus, oversee food preparation and cooking, and ensure that all dishes meet the restaurant’s quality and presentation standards. Responsibilities include managing kitchen operations, supervising kitchen staff, monitoring inventory and ordering supplies, and maintaining a clean, safe, and compliant work environment. The Chef will collaborate with management to develop seasonal offerings, control food costs, and support a positive guest experience through consistent, timely service.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated culinary skills, including experience in menu planning, food preparation, and plating.
• Knowledge of kitchen operations, including inventory management, food safety, and hygiene standards.
• Ability to lead and train kitchen staff, delegate tasks, and promote effective teamwork.
• Strong time management and organization skills to handle multiple tickets and busy service periods.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required in a restaurant environment.
• Prior experience as a Chef, Sous Chef, or similar role in a professional kitchen is preferred.
• Culinary certification or formal training in culinary arts is an advantage.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive, respectful, and non-discriminatory workplace.