Key Responsibilities
* Lead the kitchen team by hiring, training, scheduling, and managing staff to build a high-performing team.
* Oversee daily kitchen and store operations, ensuring smooth execution and adherence to SOPs.
* Manage inventory, stock ordering, food cost, wastage, and vendor coordination.
* Ensure the highest standards of food quality, hygiene, presentation, and consistency across every order.
* Develop innovative dishes, seasonal specials, and improve existing menu offerings based on customer preferences and market trends.
* Conduct regular quality checks for ingredients, preparation, and finished products.
* Interact with customers, gather feedback, resolve food-related concerns, and translate insights into menu and operational improvements.
* Monitor kitchen productivity, maintain equipment, and ensure compliance with food safety standards.
* Work closely with management to achieve operational excellence, profitability, and an outstanding guest experience.
Requirements
* 10 years of experience in cafés, QSRs, or casual dining restaurants, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
* Robust knowledge of continental cuisine, café food, inventory management, and kitchen operations.
* Experience in menu development, recipe standardization, and food costing.
* Proven ability to recruit, train, and motivate kitchen teams.
* Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
* Customer-focused mindset with a passion for innovation and quality.
What We’re Looking For
* A hands-on leader who leads by example.
* A creative chef who enjoys experimenting with new recipes and improving existing ones.
* Someone who takes ownership of the entire kitchen operation—not just cooking.
* A team builder who creates a positive, disciplined, and performance-driven work environment.
📌 Store Head Chef (CDP) (Noida)
🏢 Commons
📍 Noida