Head Chef-Indian Cuisine

R.K Associates & Hoteliers; Jhansi, Nashik District, Howrah; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

R.K Associates & Hoteliers is seeking a Head Chef to lead our bustling kitchen in Jhansi. The ideal candidate has 6–10 years of hands-on cooking experience in QSR, restaurant, hotel, or catering settings and a strong grip on standard recipes, quality, and presentation.

You will ensure food safety, hygiene, and compliance with FSSAI and SOPs while mentoring the kitchen team and managing stock during peak hours.

Qualifications

• 6–10 years of hands-on cook experience in QSR/restaurant/hotel.
• Strong cooking techniques and food preparation knowledge.
• Experience in fast-paced kitchen environments.
• Solid food hygiene and safety understanding.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook foods per standard recipes and guidelines.
• Maintain taste, quality, portions, and presentation.
• Ensure sanitation, hygiene, and food safety.
• Follow FSSAI guidelines, SOPs, and kitchen procedures.
• Handle ingredients and equipment properly.
• Monitor stock usage and reduce waste.
• Support kitchen during peak hours.
• Keep a safe, clean, and organized workspace.

Skills

Food Preparation

Commercial Cooking

Kitchen Operations

Indian Cuisine

Food Safety

FSSAI

Kitchen Hygiene

Recipe Standardization

Portion Control

Quality Control

Inventory Management

Stock Handling

Waste Control

SOP Compliance

QSR Operations

Restaurant Operations

Education

Culinary/Hospitality qualification

Job description

Hiring: Head Chef

Department: Kitchen

Experience: 6 to 10 Year Industry: QSR / Restaurant / Hotel / Food Service

About the Role:

We are looking for skilled and passionate Cooks to join our kitchen team. The ideal candidate should have hands‑on experience in food preparation and be comfortable working in a fast‑paced QSR/restaurant environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook food as per standard recipes and quality guidelines.
• Maintain consistency in taste, quality, portion, and presentation.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness, hygiene, and food safety standards.
• Follow FSSAI guidelines, SOPs, and kitchen procedures.
• Handle raw materials, ingredients, and kitchen equipment properly.
• Monitor stock usage and minimize food wastage.
• Support the kitchen team during peak hours.
• Maintain a safe and organized working environment.

Candidate Profile:

• 6-10 years of experience as a Cook in QSR, Restaurant, Hotel, Catering, or Food Service.
• Knowledge of basic cooking techniques and food preparation.
• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Good understanding of food hygiene and safety.
• Team player with a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Culinary/Hospitality qualification will be an advantage.

Key Skills:

Food Preparation | Commercial Cooking | Kitchen Operations | Indian Cuisine | Food Safety | FSSAI | Kitchen Hygiene | Recipe Standardization | Portion Control | Quality Control | Inventory Management | Stock Handling | Waste Control | SOP Compliance | QSR Operations | Restaurant Operations

Contact:

Sunny Kumar HR | 8920645643/ Mail [e-mail]