Chef De Cuisine Italian

Chef De Cuisine, Speciality -Cuisine from Italy

Division: Food Production

Reporting to : Executive Sous Chef

Why You'll Love Working with Us:

At
The Imperial New Delhi
, every dining experience tells a story of timeless elegance and craftsmanship. As
Chef De Cuisine, speciality cuisine Italy

at
San Gimignano
, you will helm one of the city's most celebrated Italian restaurants, where authenticity meets innovation. Your artistry will shape menus inspired by the diverse regions of Italy while balancing contemporary techniques and presentation. If you are a culinary leader with refined taste, creative flair, and operational excellence, this is your opportunity to craft memorable gastronomic journeys at one of India's most iconic luxury hotels.

Your Role at a Glance:

As
Chef De Cuisine – Italy
, you will lead all culinary operations of
San Gimignano
, ensuring an exceptional dining experience that reflects Italy heritage and modern sensibilities. You will curate menus, innovate with seasonal ingredients, and engage directly with guests to create bespoke dining experiences. Your leadership will inspire a passionate team to maintain the restaurant's distinguished reputation for quality, consistency, and flair — in line with the hotel's legacy of excellence.

What You'll Do:

• Lead day-to-day kitchen operations at
  San Gimignano
  , maintaining the highest culinary and service standards.
• Conceptualize, develop, and execute authentic cuisine of Italy and modern Western menus, blending tradition with creativity.
• Collaborate with the Food & Beverage team to design and present bespoke menus for special occasions and private dining.
• Demonstrate commercial acumen through accurate menu costing, pricing, and profitability analysis.
• Plan kitchen operations based on business forecasts, guest profiles, and seasonal availability.
• Supervise food procurement, inventory management, and waste control aligned with cost efficiency and sustainability goals.
• Uphold stringent hygiene and food safety protocols in compliance with
  HACCP
  ,
  FSSAI
  , and hotel sanitation standards.
• Ensure compliance with temperature logs, storage, and hygiene audits across all sections.
• Lead, train, and mentor the
  cuisine of Italy
  kitchen team to foster innovation, discipline, and pride in craftsmanship.
• Conduct tastings, quality checks, and consistency audits to ensure every dish meets brand standards.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and culinary leadership on promotions, seasonal menus, and wine-pairing experiences.
• Maintain close coordination with Engineering and Stewarding for equipment care and overall kitchen upkeep.
• Contribute to strategic planning for restaurant operations, menu engineering, and culinary excellence initiatives.

Who You Are:

• A passionate culinary professional with
  8–12 years
  of experience in cuisine from Italy, including
  3+ years in a managerial role
  within a luxury or fine-dining environment.
• Deep knowledge of authentic gastronomy from Italy, regional specialties, and contemporary plating trends.
• Strong leadership, training, and organizational skills, capable of managing a talented kitchen brigade.
• In-depth understanding of
  food safety, hygiene systems, HACCP, and FSSAI compliance
  .
• Excellent interpersonal and guest engagement skills with the ability to discuss and design bespoke menus.
• Commercially astute, with experience in
  cost control, budgeting, and menu engineering
  .
• Hands-on, calm under pressure, and results-oriented, maintaining creativity and precision in a dynamic environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and recognition aligned with experience and creativity.
• A platform to express culinary artistry at one of India's most celebrated luxury hotels.
• Professional growth and exposure to a diverse range of high-profile events and clients.
• Access to world-class kitchen facilities and premium ingredients.
• An inspiring and inclusive work culture that celebrates excellence and innovation.

If you are ready to craft exceptional banquet experiences and lead a team that brings culinary dreams to life, we invite you to join
The Imperial New Delhi
, where every event becomes a masterpiece.

To apply, please submit your resume, and a brief cover letter outlining why you'd be the perfect fit for our team.