Commi 1 (South Indian Chef)

**Job Title**:Commi 1 (South Indian)

**Location**:Borivali / Chembur / Lower Parel
**Reports to**:CDP / Sous Chef
**Experience**:Minimum 3 years in a professional kitchen (South Indian cuisine preferred)
**Employment Type**:Full-time

**Job Purpose**

The Commi 1 - South Indian Focus is a skilled kitchen professional responsible for independently preparing, cooking, and presenting key South Indian dishes such as dosas, idlis, vadas, chutneys, and traditional South Indian thalis. The role requires a deep understanding of regional cuisine, attention to detail, time management, and the ability to guide junior kitchen staff. The Commi 1 will work under the direction of the CDP/Sous Chef to maintain food quality, consistency, and hygiene standards.

**Key Responsibilities**

**1. Food Preparation & Cooking**
- Ensure timely preparation and consistent quality of South Indian dishes.
- Prepare a variety of South Indian breakfast and meal items including dosa, vada, upma, idli, pongal, and sambar
- Maintain consistency in taste, portioning, and presentation according to company recipes and SOPs
- Plate dishes attractively and ensure they are served hot and fresh
- Adjust seasoning and textures as needed based on feedback and menu development

**2. Kitchen Operations & Coordination**
- Run the assigned section smoothly and support overall kitchen flow.
- Coordinate with the service team to ensure timely order execution
- Manage mise-en-place efficiently for breakfast and lunch services
- Communicate with CDP on prep levels, shortages, or challenges
- Maintain checklist of opening and closing tasks in your section

**3. Inventory & Stock Monitoring**
- Maintain optimal levels of raw materials with mínimal wastage.
- Monitor daily stock usage and report discrepancies to the kitchen in-charge
- Ensure FIFO method is followed for perishables and semi-prepared items
- Requisition ingredients in a timely manner and avoid last-minute shortages
- Safely store and label all food products in compliance with hygiene protocols

**4. Team Support & Mentorship**
- Help develop junior commis and maintain discipline in the section.
- Guide Commi 2 / Commi 3 and kitchen helpers in prep tasks and hygiene practices
- Ensure kitchen teamwork and cooperation during rush hours
- Act as a role model in kitchen conduct, punctuality, and work ethics
- Support training of new hires in your section

**5. Hygiene, Safety & Compliance**
- Ensure 100% adherence to food safety, fire safety, and cleanliness.
- Maintain a clean and organized workstation at all times
- Follow personal hygiene and grooming standards as per kitchen policy
- Use gloves, aprons, and sanitizers as per food safety guidelines
- Report and manage any maintenance or safety concerns in kitchen equipment

**Requirements**:

- Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in a professional kitchen (South Indian focus is a must)
- Proficiency in dosa and idli batter preparation, tawa handling, chutneys, and gravies
- Strong knowledge of kitchen hygiene practices and food safety standards (FSSAI compliance)
- Ability to work in fast-paced, high-volume environments (especially breakfast service)
- Excellent multitasking and time management skills
- Team player with leadership traits and problem-solving ability
- Flexibility to work in rotating shifts, weekends, and festival days

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

Pay: ₹21,000.00 - ₹23,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

- INTERVIEW WILL HAPPEN IN MUMBAI ARE YOU OK TO COME?
- ARE YOU WILLING TO WORK IN MUMBAI?
- DO YOU KNOW ABOUT SOUTH INDIAN CUSINE?

**Experience**:

- Commi 1: 2 years (required)

Work Location: Remote