Job Description

Responsibilities:

Design and update traditional South Indian Chettinad vegetarian and non-vegetarian menus
Prepare custom spice blends, freshly ground masalas, marinades, and traditional regional curries
Execute chettinad variety of dishes , traditional tiffin and snack items
Direct daily food preparation, cooking flows, plating standards
Coordinate service timing across lunch, dinner, and catering orders
Train and mentor junior cooks and kitchen assistants
Delegate daily preparation tasks among team and monitor performance
Conduct routine quality checks on raw ingredients, spice potency, dish consistency, temperature logs
Monitor stock levels, handle supplier purchase orders, track food waste and help manage kitchen budgets
Enforce food safety and hygiene regulations across workstations and inspect kitchen equipment regularly

Requirements:

Proven track record in similar position in F&B industry.
Excellent experience with preparing Indian Chettinad varieties.
Deep knowledge of diverse Indian spice blends, marinades, and traditional cooking methods.
Proven leadership and management skills
Valid food hygiene certification is a plus.
Good working knowledge of accepted sanitation standards and health codes.
Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively
Able to work on rotating shifts, week ends and public holidays.