Head Chef – Bulk Production

THE ROLE Behind every delicious large-scale meal is precise planning consistency and execution At Hunger Inc we re looking for a Head Chef - Bulk Production to lead our central kitchen operations and ensure every dish meets our signature quality and flavor standards at scale In this role you ll oversee end-to-end bulk production for our Indian chaats and savoury lines from recipe standardization and quality control to team leadership and ISO-level food safety You ll also drive innovation in cost-effective large-batch cooking and build the processes that make great food scalable This role is based out of Chembur and may require coordination with other locations WHO WE ARE Hunger Inc is home to The Bombay Canteen O Pedro Bombay Sweet Shop Veronica s Papa s and Enthucutlet Our vision is to redefine new-age Indian hospitality by blending creativity consistency and craftsmanship ensuring that every product reflects the same passion whether made in small batches or at scale WHO YOU ARE You have 10-15 years of culinary experience including 5 years leading a bulk kitchen or central production unit You ve managed high-volume Indian food production especially in chaats or savoury items while maintaining quality and hygiene standards You re experienced in recipe standardization yield management and scaling traditional Indian recipes for production You re skilled at leading mentoring and training large kitchen teams with a focus on discipline efficiency and consistency You have a strong grasp of food cost control inventory management and vendor coordination You re well-versed with ISO and FSSAI standards and have driven compliance audits or training sessions Good-to-have Experience working in a central kitchen FMCG or multi-outlet food brand setup WHAT YOU LL DO Scale Bulk Operations Execution Lead end-to-end day-to-day operations of the central kitchen Ensure consistent flavor profiles and quality across all dishes and production batches Develop test and implement new recipes and techniques suitable for large-scale cooking Production Quality Control Oversee the daily production of large quantities of Indian chaats and savoury dishes for multiple outlets Maintain the highest standards of food safety hygiene and sanitation Conduct regular quality checks and resolve production challenges quickly and effectively Team Management Lead mentor and train kitchen staff including chefs cooks and assistants Delegate responsibilities efficiently and ensure smooth workflow Conduct regular team training on food handling safety and cooking consistency Inventory Data Management Monitor and manage inventory levels of raw materials and packaging supplies Coordinate procurement and ensure timely deliveries from vendors Minimize wastage optimize usage and adhere to budget and cost targets Equipment Maintenance Oversee the maintenance and cleanliness of all kitchen equipment Troubleshoot and report any breakdowns promptly to minimize downtime Safety Compliance Ensure strict adherence to all ISO and FSSAI food safety protocols Conduct regular hygiene fire safety and food safety training Maintain audit-ready documentation and ensure a clean organized workspace WHAT YOU LL GET The opportunity to lead a central kitchen operation at one of India s most dynamic hospitality groups Exposure to high-volume production systems and new product development in modern Indian cuisine A chance to shape processes recipes and standards that scale exceptional quality