Corporate Chef8+ year, Kochi, Fast Casual Restaurant

1 week ago

Nettoor Kochi Kerala, India Bektash Full time ₹ 9,60,000 per year

Job Title: Corporate Chef

Company: Rapos Hospitality Pvt Ltd

Location: Nettoor, Kochi (Central Kitchen)

Job Type: Full-Time

About Us

Bektash is one of Kochi's fastest-growing QSR (Quick Service Restaurant) chains, specializing in Indo-Arabic cuisine with a focus on shawarma, alfahm, and grilled specials. With multiple outlets and a central kitchen in Nettoor, we aim to scale to 20+ outlets by 2026. As we expand, we are looking for a visionary Corporate Chef to lead culinary operations, set kitchen standards, and innovate across our menu offerings.

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Position Overview

As Corporate Chef, you will oversee all aspects of kitchen operations across multiple outlets, with a key focus on:

  • Research & Development (R&D) of new recipes and product innovation
  • Process creation and standardization to ensure consistency
  • Team training and skill development
  • Raw material quality control and vendor alignment
  • Supporting cost efficiency and yield optimization

This is a strategic leadership role based out of our Central Kitchen in Nettoor, with regular visits to all outlets for quality and performance audits.

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Key Responsibilities

  • New Product Development: Design, test, and launch new items suited for a fast-paced QSR environment.
  • Standardization: Create and document standard operating procedures (SOPs) for recipes, cooking processes, hygiene, plating, and storage.
  • Process Innovation: Identify and implement operational improvements in prep, cooking, and service.
  • Quality Assurance: Conduct regular quality checks across outlets to ensure compliance with Bektash standards.
  • Inventory & Cost Control: Work with the purchase and operations team to manage food cost, portioning, and minimize waste.
  • Team Training: Mentor kitchen staff, conduct onboarding training for new chefs, and promote a culture of discipline and excellence.
  • Kitchen Equipment Oversight: Recommend equipment upgrades and ensure all kitchens are properly equipped for safe, efficient operations.
  • Compliance & Hygiene: Ensure all outlets adhere to FSSAI and local food safety regulations.

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Requirements

  • 8+ years of professional culinary experience, including experience as an Executive/Central Kitchen Chef
  • Proven experience in menu development and kitchen process optimization
  • Strong leadership, mentoring, and communication skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-unit QSR environment
  • Culinary degree or professional chef certification preferred
  • Must be based in or willing to relocate to Kochi

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Perks

  • Leadership role in a fast-scaling brand
  • Opportunity to innovate and leave a lasting impact
  • Professional growth with brand expansion
  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Staff meals provided

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How to Apply

Submit your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and what excites you about working with Bektash.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹60, ₹80,000.00 per month

Education:

  • Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

  • total work: 6 years (Preferred)
  • Chef: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

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