Sous Chef

IMPRESARIO handmade restaurants; Mumbai City; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Growth opportunities

Dynamic, high-energy work culture

Job summary

Impresario Entertainment & Hospitality Pvt. Ltd. is hiring a hands-on Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations, ensure consistent food quality, and lead a high-performing team in a fast-paced, high-volume setting.

The ideal candidate has 4–8 years of experience, a Diploma or Degree in Culinary Arts or Hotel Management, and a proven ability to maintain brand standards, control costs, and mentor staff across outlets.

Qualifications

• Diploma/Degree in Culinary Arts, Hotel Management, or related field.
• 3 - 6 years of relevant experience in a similar QSR/casual dining/premium F&B setup.
• Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, food safety standards, and cost control.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of multi-cuisine cooking techniques (as per brand requirement).
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Flexibility to work in rotational shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in overseeing day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring smooth service during peak hours.
• Maintain consistency in food quality, taste, presentation, and portion control as per brand standards.
• Supervise, train, and mentor kitchen staff (commis chefs, CDPs) to build a strong, skilled team.
• Manage inventory, stock levels, and vendor coordination to minimize wastage and control food costs.
• Ensure strict compliance with FSSAI, hygiene, and safety standards across the kitchen.
• Support menu development, recipe standardization, and costing in collaboration with the Head Chef.
• Monitor kitchen equipment maintenance and coordinate repairs/servicing as needed.
• Step in to manage full kitchen operations in the Head Chef's absence.
• Handle guest feedback related to food quality and resolve issues promptly.
• Drive innovation while maintaining brand consistency across outlets.

Skills

Leadership

Kitchen operations

Food safety

Cost control

Communication

Organizational skills

Multi-cuisine cooking

Education

Diploma/Degree in Culinary Arts or Hotel Management

Job description

Job Title: Sous Chef
Company: Impresario Entertainment & Hospitality Pvt. Ltd.
Location: Mumbai
Department: Culinary / F&B Production
Experience Required: 4 - 8 years (with at least 1 - 2 years in a Jr. Sous Chef/Sous Chef or senior CDP role)
Employment Type: Full-Time

About Impresario

Impresario Entertainment & Hospitality Pvt. Ltd. is one of India's leading F&B companies, known for iconic brands like Social, Smoke House Deli, Salt Water Caf, and Mocha. We're passionate about creating memorable dining experiences through great food, vibrant spaces, and exceptional service.

Role Overview

We're looking for a hands-on, passionate Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in managing daily kitchen operations, ensuring consistent food quality, and leading a high-performing kitchen team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and is committed to culinary excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in overseeing day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring smooth service during peak hours
• Maintain consistency in food quality, taste, presentation, and portion control as per brand standards
• Supervise, train, and mentor kitchen staff (commis chefs, CDPs) to build a strong, skilled team
• Manage inventory, stock levels, and vendor coordination to minimize wastage and control food costs
• Ensure strict compliance with FSSAI, hygiene, and safety standards across the kitchen
• Support menu development, recipe standardization, and costing in collaboration with the Head Chef
• Monitor kitchen equipment maintenance and coordinate repairs/servicing as needed
• Step in to manage full kitchen operations in the Head Chef's absence
• Handle guest feedback related to food quality and resolve issues promptly
• Drive innovation while maintaining brand consistency across outlets

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Diploma/Degree in Culinary Arts, Hotel Management, or related field
• 3 - 6 years of relevant experience in a similar QSR/casual dining/premium F&B setup
• Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, food safety standards, and cost control
• Proven leadership and team management skills
• Ability to work under pressure in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
• Strong understanding of multi-cuisine cooking techniques (as per brand requirement)
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Flexibility to work in rotational shifts, weekends, and holidays

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work with one of India's most loved hospitality brands
• Structured growth path within a large, multi-brand F&B company
• Dynamic, high-energy work culture
• Competitive salary + benefits as per industry standards