Indian Chef

**Job Title**: Head Indian Chef

**Location**: 4 The Taste, 94/19 Madhayam Marg, Mansarovar, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302020

**Job Type**: Full-time
**Reports to**: Restaurant Manager

**Job Overview**:
The Head Indian Chef is responsible for overseeing the preparation, presentation, and quality of all Indian cuisine dishes at **4 The Taste**. This role requires expertise in Indian vegetarian cuisine, creativity in menu development, and the ability to lead and train kitchen staff to deliver a consistently exceptional dining experience.

**Key Responsibilities:Menu Development & Planning**:

- Develop, refine, and update the Indian cuisine menu, ensuring authenticity, quality, and variety.
- Introduce innovative dishes while maintaining traditional Indian flavors and presentation.
- Plan seasonal or festival-specific dishes and special promotions.

**Kitchen Management**:

- Oversee the Indian cuisine section, including food preparation, cooking, and plating.
- Maintain high standards of hygiene, safety, and cleanliness in the kitchen area.
- Ensure efficient use of resources, minimize wastage, and monitor inventory levels for Indian ingredients and spices.
- Coordinate with the restaurant manager for menu costing and maintaining food profitability.

**Team Leadership**:

- Supervise and train junior chefs and kitchen staff in the Indian section.
- Assign tasks, monitor performance, and provide constructive feedback to improve team efficiency.
- Foster a positive and collaborative work environment in the kitchen.

**Quality Assurance**:

- Ensure that all dishes are prepared to the restaurant's standard recipes and specifications.
- Regularly taste and inspect food to maintain quality and consistency.
- Address and resolve any guest complaints related to Indian cuisine promptly and professionally.

**Compliance & Safety**:

- Adhere to all health and safety regulations, including proper food storage, handling, and sanitation practices.
- Ensure compliance with restaurant policies and local food safety guidelines.

**Qualifications:Education & Experience**:

- Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Chef specializing in Indian vegetarian dishes.
- Strong understanding of various Indian cooking techniques, spices, and ingredients.

**Skills**:

- Excellent cooking skills with a passion for Indian food and innovation.
- Strong leadership and team management abilities.
- Effective communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage a high-volume kitchen efficiently.

**Working Conditions**:

- Must be willing to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Ability to stand for long periods and work in a fast-paced environment.

**Compensation & Benefits**:

- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Opportunity to work in a vibrant multi-cuisine restaurant.
- Employee discounts, meals, and potential growth opportunities.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹32,000.00 per month

**Benefits**:

- Food provided

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- Rotational shift

Supplemental Pay:

- Overtime pay
- Performance bonus
- Yearly bonus

**Education**:

- Higher Secondary(12th Pass) (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Chef: 4 years (preferred)
- total work: 5 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person