We are seeking a highly skilled Executive Chef to lead our culinary team and elevate our diverse menu offerings. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in traditional South Indian cuisine , with a mastery of regional seafood and fish preparation techniques . Additionally, you will be responsible for seamlessly integrating high-quality Continental and Italian dishes into our rotation, ensuring exceptional taste, presentation, and kitchen profitability. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5] Core Responsibilities Menu Engineering : Design and update a diverse menu featuring authentic South Indian dishes, specialized seafood, Continental classics, and Italian cuisine. [1, 2, 3, 4] Kitchen Leadership : Supervise, mentor, and schedule all kitchen staff to ensure maximum efficiency and a positive working workplace. [1, 2, 3, 4] Seafood Quality Control : Source, inspect, and select the freshest fish and seafood, maintaining strict standards for quality and sustainability.

Food Safety Compliance : Enforce flawless hygiene, sanitation, and safety standards according to local health regulations. [1] Inventory & Costing : Manage food costs, optimize inventory levels, and minimize wastage to hit strict budgetary targets. [1, 2, 3] Culinary Consistency : Oversee line production to guarantee that every dish meets established recipe specs, flavor profiles, and plating guidelines.



[1] Required Technical Skills & Specializations Regional South Indian Mastery : Deep knowledge of spices, grinding techniques, and traditional recipes (e.g., Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Mangalorean styles).

Advanced Fish Butchery : Expert skill in cleaning, filleting, portioning, and cooking diverse varieties of fish and shellfish.

Western Culinary Techniques : Strong proficiency in Italian pasta/sauce preparation and foundational Continental cooking styles.

Kitchen Software : Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems and inventory management software. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5] Experience &

Education Minimum Experience : 5 years of experience as a Head Chef, Sous Chef, or Executive Chef in a high-volume restaurant or luxury hotel.

Proven Track Record : Demonstrated success managing multi-cuisine kitchens with a heavy focus on seafood.

Education : Culinary Arts degree, diploma, or equivalent professional apprenticeship certification is highly preferred. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5] Soft Skills & Core Competencies Leadership : Ability to inspire a culinary team and maintain composure during high-stress peak dining hours.

Creativity : Passion for culinary innovation, food trends, and unique flavor pairings.

Attention to Detail : Strict focus on consistent portion sizes, garnish presentation, and kitchen cleanliness.

📌 Executive Chef (Payyanur)
🏢 Lee Caviar Restaurant u0026 Cafe
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