South Indian Chef Job Opening in Kottayam

As a South Indian Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing the preparation, cooking, and presentation of South Indian cuisine in our restaurant. Your role involves creating authentic South Indian dishes, managing kitchen operations, and ensuring food quality and consistency. This position requires expertise in South Indian cooking techniques, menu planning, and kitchen management. Responsibilities: Menu Planning and Recipe Development: Plan and develop South Indian menus, including traditional dishes, regional specialties, and innovative creations. Create recipes, portion sizes, and presentation guidelines for South Indian dishes, ensuring authenticity and quality. Food Preparation and Cooking: Prepare and cook South Indian dishes, such as dosas, idlis, vadas, sambar, rasam, and various rice dishes, using authentic ingredients and traditional cooking methods. Ensure that food is cooked to perfection, with attention to flavor, texture, and appearance, while adhering to food safety and hygiene standards. Kitchen Management: Supervise kitchen staff, including cooks, assistant chefs, and kitchen helpers, to ensure smooth operations and efficient workflow. Coordinate food preparation schedules, work assignments, and kitchen activities to meet service demands and maintain quality standards. Monitor inventory levels, order supplies, and manage food costs to optimize profitability and minimize waste. Quality Control and Presentation: Inspect food items, ingredients, and kitchen equipment for freshness, quality, and sanitation before use. Ensure that dishes are plated and presented attractively, following established presentation guidelines and standards. Taste and adjust seasoning, spices, and flavors as needed to achieve desired taste profiles and customer satisfaction. Hygiene and Safety Compliance: Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen, including work surfaces, equipment, utensils, and storage areas, following food safety regulations and guidelines. Train kitchen staff on proper food handling, storage, and hygiene practices to prevent contamination and foodborne illnesses. Ensure compliance with health and safety standards, including fire safety regulations, equipment maintenance, and hygiene protocols. Qualifications and Skills: Diploma or certification in culinary arts, hotel management, or a related field. Proven experience as a South Indian Chef or in a similar role, with expertise in preparing and cooking South Indian cuisine. In-depth knowledge of South Indian cooking techniques, ingredients, spices, and flavors. Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to lead a team and collaborate effectively with kitchen staff. Creativity and passion for South Indian cuisine, with the ability to innovate and adapt traditional recipes. Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Food safety certification and knowledge of hygiene and sanitation practices. Benefits: Competitive salary package based on experience and qualifications. Opportunities for career growth and advancement in the culinary industry. Positive work environment with a dynamic team and supportive management. Employee discounts on meals and other perks. Join our team as a South Indian Chef and showcase your culinary skills in preparing authentic and delicious South Indian dishes in Kottayam, Kerala.