Breakfast Cook
2 weeks ago
Job Title: North Indian Breakfast Chef
Location: Sector 85, Gurgaon
Hotel/Restaurant: Karim's
**Job Description**:
**Responsibilities**:
- Plan and develop breakfast menus featuring a selection of traditional North Indian dishes, including parathas, puris, poha, upma, chole bhature, dosas, idlis, and other regional specialties.
- Prepare and cook breakfast dishes according to authentic North Indian recipes, using traditional cooking techniques and fresh, high-quality ingredients.
- Coordinate breakfast service with other kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of food orders and maintain a smooth flow of service during peak breakfast hours.
- Monitor food quality and presentation, adhering to established recipes and plating standards to ensure consistency and guest satisfaction.
- Set up breakfast buffet stations with a variety of North Indian breakfast items, ensuring that all food items are properly labeled, displayed attractively, and replenished as needed throughout service.
- Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in the breakfast kitchen area, including work surfaces, equipment, and utensils, in accordance with health and safety regulations.
- Assist in inventory management tasks, such as ordering supplies, rotating stock, and minimizing food waste to control costs and maximize profitability.
- Train and supervise kitchen assistants or line cooks assigned to breakfast service, providing guidance and support to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
- Collaborate with the executive chef or sous chef to develop new North Indian breakfast menu items, specials, and promotions that showcase seasonal ingredients and culinary creativity.
- Stay updated on current food trends, nutritional guidelines, and industry best practices related to North Indian cuisine, incorporating them into menu development and kitchen operations as appropriate.
- Respond promptly and professionally to guest feedback and complaints regarding breakfast service, taking corrective action as needed to ensure guest satisfaction.
- Perform other duties as assigned by kitchen management or hotel/restaurant management to support the overall success of the breakfast operation.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a chef specializing in North Indian cuisine, with a focus on breakfast cooking techniques and recipes.
- Strong culinary skills and knowledge of North Indian breakfast dishes, including parathas, dosas, idlis, and regional specialties.
- Creativity and innovation in menu development, with the ability to create new and exciting North Indian breakfast dishes while respecting traditional culinary heritage.
- Excellent organizational and time management abilities, with the capacity to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and supervise kitchen staff to deliver exceptional breakfast service.
- Formal culinary training or certification from a recognized culinary institute is preferred.
- Flexibility to work early morning shifts, including weekends and holidays, as required by the demands of breakfast service.
- A passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences and delighting guests with delicious and authentic North Indian breakfast options.
**Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent
**Salary**: ₹9,000.00 - ₹11,000.00 per month
Expected hours: 42 per week
**Benefits**:
- Food provided
Schedule:
- Fixed shift
- Morning shift
Supplemental pay types:
- Overtime pay
**Experience**:
- Cooking: 3 years (preferred)
- total work: 4 years (preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Gurgaon, Haryana (required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Gurgaon, Haryana: Relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
**Speak with the employer**
+91 8700550336