Head Chef

The Role We re looking for a Head Chef to lead the kitchen at Veronica s and our Central Kitchen This is a key leadership role where you ll work closely with Chef Hussain Shahzad to not only execute a strong evolving menu but also build a high-performing kitchen team and help scale our operations as we grow If you re a creative thinker strong on systems and passionate about building teams that care about great food this one s for you We re Hunger Inc the team behind some of Mumbai s most loved restaurants - The Bombay Canteen O Pedro Bombay Sweet Shop and Papas Veronica s is our all-day cafe and bakery known for thoughtful sandwiches artisanal bakes coffee and a small-but-mighty wine list The Central Kitchen is the heart of our production and innovation supporting both current and future concepts Who You Are You re a driven experienced chef with the ability to balance creativity and operations You re excited about building and mentoring a team not just cooking great food You ve worked in high-volume kitchens and know how to maintain quality at scale You have a sharp palate strong systems thinking and are ready to grow with a brand that s constantly evolving Your Team You ll lead and manage the kitchen teams at Veronica s and the Central Kitchen ensuring seamless execution consistency and efficiency across both spaces From mentoring young cooks to collaborating with R D you ll help build a strong skilled and enthusiastic kitchen culture Reporting To You ll report to Chef Hussain Shahzad Executive Chef and work closely with other chefs managers and the operations team Your Responsibilities Lead Two Kitchens Manage day-to-day kitchen operations at Veronica s and our Central Kitchen Work with Executive Chef Collaborate directly with our Executive Chef on culinary direction systems and team development Menu R D Develop new dishes and contribute to seasonal changes while maintaining the quality of existing offerings Team Building Hire train and mentor a motivated team Create a culture of learning ownership and enthusiasm Operational Scale Build systems and SOPs that allow us to scale operations without compromising on quality Inventory Costing Oversee food costing stock control and ordering for both kitchens Quality Consistency Ensure high standards in food prep execution and plating every single day Hygiene Compliance Maintain rigorous hygiene and safety standards in line with FSSAI and company policies Cross-Department Collaboration Coordinate with FOH bakery and production teams to align operations Problem Solving Tackle challenges quickly with a calm and solutions-first mindset Skills Experience 5 years of experience in a professional kitchen with 2 years in a leadership role Experience managing multiple kitchen teams or units Background in cafe bakery or all-day dining concepts is a plus Strong people management and team-building skills Familiar with setting up or scaling kitchen systems and operations Culinary degree or equivalent hands-on experience Excellent communication and leadership skills Confident in managing costs inventory and production schedules Comfortable using digital tools POS inventory software spreadsheets What You ll Get The opportunity to lead two fast-growing kitchen operations in one of Mumbai s most exciting hospitality companies Direct mentorship from Chef Hussain Shahzad A platform to create new dishes and shape a menu that evolves with the seasons The chance to build and mentor a talented team from the ground up A collaborative supportive environment where your ideas are valued Opportunities to grow as we continue expanding Recognition for your leadership creativity and attention to detail