Head Chef

uptaste; Ahmedabad District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

uptaste in Ahmedabad is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead our new premium vegetarian restaurant kitchen. The role demands hands-on leadership, strong culinary skills across Indian, Chinese and Continental cuisines, and a passion for innovative vegetarian dishes.

You will drive menu development, maintain consistent taste and presentation, and ensure top hygiene and food-safety standards while managing a fast-paced service at lunch and dinner.

Qualifications

• Experience as Head Chef in premium kitchens.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Solid knowledge of Indian and global cuisines.
• Proven track record of high-quality plating and presentation.
• Deep understanding of food safety and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the complete kitchen operation.
• Prepare and execute dishes across multiple cuisines.
• Develop and standardise recipes, portions and presentation.
• Maintain consistent taste and quality across every service.
• Create and introduce innovative vegetarian dishes.
• Plan daily mise-en-place and kitchen production.
• Manage and train the kitchen team.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene, cleanliness and food safety.
• Control food costs, wastage and portion sizes.
• Manage kitchen inventory and coordinate with vendors.
• Ensure smooth and timely service during lunch and dinner.
• Establish kitchen SOPs and maintain operational discipline.
• Work closely with management on menu development and continuous improvement.

Skills

Head Chef

Kitchen Management

Multi-cuisine

Food Safety

Leadership

Job description

Location: Ahmedabad, Gujarat

Employment: Full-time

We are launching a new premium pure-vegetarian restaurant in Ahmedabad and are looking for an experienced, passionate and hands-on Head Chef to lead our kitchen operations.

About the Role

Head Chef – Premium Vegetarian Restaurant

Location: Ahmedabad, Gujarat

Employment: Full-time

We are launching a new premium pure-vegetarian restaurant in Ahmedabad and are looking for an experienced, passionate and hands-on Head Chef to lead our kitchen operations.

We are looking for an all-rounder Head Chef with strong practical experience across multiple cuisines and the ability to maintain taste, quality, consistency, presentation and kitchen discipline.

Cuisines

most/all of the following:

Indian

• Punjabi
• Gujarati
• Kathiyawadi

Chinese

Continental / Global

• Italian
• Mexican

Pure vegetarian kitchen experience is strongly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the complete kitchen operation.


• Prepare and execute dishes across multiple cuisines.


• Develop and standardise recipes, portions and presentation.


• Maintain consistent taste and quality across every service.


• Create and introduce innovative vegetarian dishes.


• Plan daily mise-en-place and kitchen production.


• Manage and train the kitchen team.


• Maintain high standards of hygiene, cleanliness and food safety.


• Control food costs, wastage and portion sizes.


• Manage kitchen inventory and coordinate with vendors.


• Ensure smooth and timely service during lunch and dinner.


• Establish kitchen SOPs and maintain operational discipline.


• Work closely with management on menu development and continuous improvement.

We Are Looking For

• 5+ years of professional (head chef) kitchen experience preferred.


• Strong hands-on knowledge of multiple cuisines.


• Proven experience managing a kitchen/team.


• Excellent understanding of food quality, consistency and presentation.


• Ability to work in a premium restaurant environment.


• Creative mindset with an interest in modern vegetarian cuisine.


• Strong leadership and team-management skills.


• Good understanding of food costing, inventory and wastage control.


• Ability to work under pressure during high-volume service.


• Passion for food and willingness to experiment and innovate.

What You'll Get

• Opportunity to lead the kitchen of a new premium vegetarian restaurant.


• Freedom to contribute to menu development and create signature dishes.


• Opportunity to build and establish the restaurant's food identity from the beginning.


• Competitive salary based on experience and capability.

Location: Ahmedabad