Job Summary
Prepare and deliver high-quality traditional authentic Indian cuisine, focusing on North Indian, Gujarati, and South Indian dishes. Lead kitchen operations by supervising staff, managing inventory, and innovating menus to meet customer requirements and maintain food standards.
Responsibilities
- Prepare traditional authentic Indian dishes, emphasizing North Indian, Gujarati, and South Indian cuisines, ensuring adherence to authentic cooking methods and quality standards
- Apply knowledge of herbs and spices properties to enhance flavor and authenticity in food preparation
- Supervise and coach junior kitchen staff to maintain operational efficiency and consistent food quality
- Plan and organize ingredient procurement and preparation for upcoming service days to ensure smooth kitchen operations
- Interpret and fulfill customer orders accurately, adapting dishes to meet specific requirements
- Innovate and introduce new dishes and menus to enhance customer experience and menu variety
- Monitor and maintain stock levels and inventory to prevent shortages and overstocking
- Implement stock rotation procedures to ensure ingredient freshness and minimize waste
- Control portion sizes and monitor waste to optimize food cost management
- Maintain high food quality standards consistently during all service periods
- Perform effectively under pressure during peak service times
- Demonstrate flexibility by working various shifts, including split shifts, to support kitchen needs
