Chef

**Join the Culinary Team at Grand Ajantha**

**Location**: Kerala, India
**Hotel**: Grand Ajantha
**Open Positions**:

- **Chef de Partie (CDP)** - Continental / Chinese / Tandoor / South Indian / Fusion
- **Commis I** - Continental / Chinese / Tandoor / South Indian / Fusion / Pantry
- **Specialist Chefs** - Fusion / Pantry / South Indian
- **Pantry Chefs**

We are looking for talented, passionate, and experienced **chefs** to join the dynamic culinary brigade at **Grand Ajantha**, a premier hotel in Kerala, known for delivering exceptional hospitality and culinary excellence.

**Departments Hiring**:

- **Continental**:

- **Chinese**:

- **Tandoor**:

- **Fusion Cuisine**:

- **South Indian**:

- **Pantry**:

- **CDP & Commis Levels**

**Key Duties & Responsibilities** **Chef de Partie (CDP)**
- Oversee a specific section of the kitchen (e.g., grill, sauces, or pastry)
- Ensure high-quality food preparation and presentation
- Supervise and train commis and junior staff
- Maintain hygiene and safety standards
- Work with the Sous Chef to develop new recipes and menus
- Monitor stock and manage inventory for your section

**Commis I (All Sections)**
- Assist CDPs in food preparation and cooking
- Follow standard recipes and presentation guidelines
- Ensure workstation is clean and organized
- Practice food safety and hygiene protocols
- Willingness to learn and grow in culinary techniques
- Prepare mise en place for service

**Chinese & Tandoor Chefs**
- Expert in wok cooking / tandoor operations
- Ensure authentic taste and presentation
- Control wastage and portioning
- Maintain kitchen cleanliness and safety

**Fusion Cuisine Chefs**
- Innovate and blend international and Indian cooking styles
- Create unique and modern dishes
- Maintain consistency in taste and presentation

**Pantry Chefs**
- Prepare salads, sandwiches, cold plates, and desserts
- Manage chiller storage, FIFO methods, and garnishing
- Maintain freshness and visual appeal of items

**South Indian CDPs & Commis**
- Expert knowledge in traditional South Indian dishes and breakfast items
- Ensure consistency and authentic flavors
- Prepare dosas, idlis, vadas, sambars, chutneys, and regional specialties
- Manage timing and flow for high-volume breakfast/lunch service
- Minimum 2-5 years of experience in a relevant role for CDP
- 1-3 years for Commis roles
- Knowledge of food hygiene (HACCP) standards
- Team player with a positive attitude and leadership qualities
- Good communication and coordination skills
- Willing to relocate to Kerala

**What We Offer**
- Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
- Staff accommodation and meals provided
- Opportunities for growth and learning
- A professional and supportive working environment
- Exposure to multi-cuisine 5-star operations

Pay: From ₹24,000.00 per month

**Benefits**:

- Food provided

Work Location: In person