Sous Chef ! Western cuisine

DoubleTree by Hilton Bengaluru Whitefield; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

DoubleTree by Hilton Bengaluru Whitefield is seeking a proactive Sous Chef – Western cuisine to oversee daily kitchen operations in Bengaluru East. The role focuses on executing brand-standard menus, ensuring high-quality food preparation and presentation, and maintaining strict hygiene and safety standards.

You will mentor junior staff, coordinate with service teams, and contribute to cost control and waste reduction while delivering exceptional guest experiences at a full-time, on-site

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in Western culinary techniques, menu planning, and modern presentation styles.
• Experience in hotel or restaurant kitchen operations at supervisory level.
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene standards, and kitchen sanitation.
• Team leadership and people management including training and scheduling.
• Ability to manage inventory and minimize waste while maintaining quality.
• Excellent communication and collaboration with service teams and departments.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily kitchen operations for Western cuisine.
• Execute menus, prepare and plate food to brand standards.
• Assist in menu planning and cost control.
• Mentor and train junior kitchen staff.
• Coordinate with service teams to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Ensure hygiene and safety per hotel policies and local regulations.

Skills

Western cuisine

Menu planning

Food presentation

Kitchen operations

Food safety

Team leadership

Inventory control

Education

Culinary education or certification

Job description

Company Description

DoubleTree by Hilton Bengaluru Whitefield is located in Kalyani Platina Tech Park, at the heart of a rapidly growing business and technology hub in Bengaluru East. The hotel is surrounded by major tech parks including Brigade Tech Gardens, Prestige Technostar, and Sattva Knowledge Court, making it a convenient choice for business and leisure travelers. It offers easy access to Kundalahalli Metro Station, enabling smooth connectivity across the city. The property is also close to leading healthcare facilities such as Sri Sathya Sai Super Speciality Hospital, adding to the comfort and convenience for guests and team members.

Role Description

The Sous Chef – Western cuisine is a full-time, on-site role based at DoubleTree by Hilton Bengaluru Whitefield in Bengaluru East. The role involves supervising daily kitchen operations for Western cuisine, including menu execution, food preparation, cooking, and presentation to brand standards. The Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef in planning menus, managing inventory, and ensuring consistent food quality, hygiene, and safety in accordance with hotel policies and local regulations. This role also includes mentoring and training kitchen team members, coordinating with service teams, and contributing to cost control, waste reduction, and overall guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in Western culinary techniques, menu planning, and modern presentation styles.


• Experience in hotel or restaurant kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and plating at a supervisory level.


• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene standards, and kitchen sanitation practices, with the ability to implement and monitor compliance.


• Team leadership and people management skills, including training, scheduling, and performance guidance for junior kitchen staff.


• Ability to manage inventory, control food costs, and minimize waste while maintaining quality and consistency.


• Effective communication and collaboration skills for working with service teams and other hotel departments.


• Relevant culinary education or certification from a recognized institute; prior experience as Chef de Partie or Sous Chef in Western cuisine is preferred.


• Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and holidays as required in hotel operations.