ob Title: Junior Sous Chef

Department: Food & Beverage / Kitchen

Location: PVR INOX Cinemas

Reporting To: Sous Chef / Head Chef

Job Summary The Junior Sous Chef supports the Sous Chef in managing day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality food preparation, hygiene standards, and smooth kitchen functioning. The role involves supervising kitchen staff, maintaining food quality, and ensuring timely service in a high-volume cinema environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Kitchen Operations

- Assist in daily kitchen operations and food production
- Ensure timely preparation and service of food items
- Maintain consistency in taste, presentation, and portioning
- Monitor mise-en-place and readiness for service

2. Food Quality & Hygiene

- Ensure all food is prepared as per PVR INOX standards
- Maintain hygiene, sanitation, and food safety (FSSAI / HACCP)
- Monitor food storage, temperature, and shelf life
- Minimize wastage and control spoilage

3. Team Supervision

- Supervise and guide Commis Chefs and kitchen staff
- Allocate duties and monitor performance during shifts
- Provide on-the-job training to team members




- Maintain discipline and teamwork in kitchen

4. Inventory & Cost Control

- Assist in inventory management and stock ordering
- Monitor raw material usage and avoid wastage
- Ensure proper storage and FIFO practices
- Support in controlling food cost

5. Menu Execution

- Assist Sous Chef in menu planning and new dish trials
- Ensure all menu items are prepared as per standard recipes
- Maintain presentation standards for all dishes

6. Coordination

- Coordinate with service team for smooth order flow
- Communicate effectively during peak hours
- Support other kitchen sections when required

Key Requirements

- Diploma/Degree in Hotel Management or Culinary Arts
- 35 years of experience in QSR / restaurant / hotel kitchen
- Strong knowledge of food preparation and kitchen operations
- Good understanding of food safety standards (FSSAI/HACCP)
- Ability to work in a fast-paced setting (cinema operations)
- Strong leadership and team handling skills

📌 Junior Sous Chef (Hyderabad)
🏢 INOX
📍 Hyderabad