Kitchen Head / Head Chef

Desi Chef; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Desi Chef in Bengaluru is seeking an experienced Kitchen Head to lead a high-volume kitchen, mentor a diverse team, and uphold top-quality food and safety standards.

You will drive operational efficiency by optimizing workflows, monitoring SOP compliance, and ensuring consistent service during peak hours.

Applicants with proven leadership in multi-section kitchens and a track record of managing costs and inventories are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• 4-6+ years of kitchen experience with leadership roles.
• Experience as Kitchen Head, Head Chef or Sous Chef preferred.
• Proven ability to manage multi-section kitchens in high-volume settings.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen operations and supervise staff.
• Train staff and ensure SOP compliance and hygiene.
• Control food costs and wastage; manage inventory.
• Coordinate service and drive operational efficiency.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Staff supervision

Food quality

SOP compliance

Cost control

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

Lead kitchen operations, supervise and train staff, ensure food quality and SOP compliance, control food costs and wastage, manage inventory and hygiene standards, coordinate service, and drive overall operational efficiency

Required Candidate profile

4-6+ years of kitchen experience with prior experience as Kitchen Head, Head Chef, Sous Chef, or similar role. Proven ability to manage multi-section kitchens in high-volume restaurants.