Hiring For Head Chef

Happy Food Technology Pvt. Ltd.; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary (based on experience)

Opportunity to lead a dynamic kitchen team

Career growth and exposure to varied culinary challenges

Supportive work environment focused on quality and excellence

Job summary

Happy Food Technology Pvt. Ltd. is seeking a Head Chef (South Indian Cuisine Specialist) for their kitchen in Bengaluru, Karnataka. In this role, you will manage kitchen operations, oversee food preparation, and ensure high quality in presenting South Indian dishes. Required skills include strong culinary expertise, experience in leading kitchen teams, and knowledge of food safety standards. The company offers competitive salary based on experience, opportunities for career growth, and a supportive work environment focused on quality.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef, Executive Chef, or Senior Sous Chef with strong culinary skills.
• Demonstrated expertise in South Indian cuisine including breakfast dishes like dosa, idli, vada, etc.
• Excellent knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen cleanliness standards.
• Strong leadership and team management skills; able to train kitchen staff and build a cohesive kitchen team.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organisational skills with an eye for detail and consistency in food quality.
• Good communication skills in English and/or local language (preferred).
• Culinary degree / diploma or equivalent professional training is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all kitchen operations, ensuring high quality of food preparation and presentation.
• Prepare and oversee the preparation of South Indian cuisine, especially breakfast menu items.
• Develop, refine, and update menus that are flavorful, consistent, and profitable.
• Supervise, train, and guide kitchen staff; delegate tasks and monitor cooking stations.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness protocols.
• Monitor inventory, order supplies, control food costs, and minimize wastage.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment.
• Conduct regular quality checks on dishes before service.
• Work closely with management to improve kitchen efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Job description

Job Title: Head Chef (South Indian Cuisine Specialist)

Location: Bangalore

Employment Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all kitchen operations, ensuring high quality of food preparation and presentation.
• Prepare and oversee the preparation of South Indian cuisine, especially breakfast menu items, using traditional techniques and ingredients.
• Develop, refine, and update menus that are flavorful, consistent, and profitable.
• Supervise, train, and guide kitchen staff; delegate tasks and monitor cooking stations to ensure consistency.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness protocols at every stage of kitchen operations.
• Monitor inventory, order supplies, control food costs, and minimize wastage.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment at all times.
• Conduct regular quality checks on dishes before service to ensure consistency in taste and presentation.
• Work closely with management to improve kitchen efficiency, customer satisfaction, and teamwork.

Requirements / Skills

• Proven experience as a Head Chef, Executive Chef, or Senior Sous Chef with strong culinary skills.
• Demonstrated expertise in South Indian cuisine including breakfast dishes like dosa, idli, vada, etc.
• Excellent knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen cleanliness standards.
• Strong leadership and team management skills; able to train kitchen staff and build a cohesive kitchen team.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organisational skills with an eye for detail and consistency in food quality.
• Good communication skills in English and/or local language (preferred).
• Culinary degree / diploma or equivalent professional training is a plus.

What We Offer

Competitive salary (based on experience)

Opportunity to lead a dynamic kitchen team

Career growth and exposure to varied culinary challenges

Supportive work environment focused on quality and excellence