Company Description International Institute of Hotel Management (IIHM), part of the IndiSmart Group, is a leading hospitality management education provider with a strong presence in India and South East Asia. Established in 1994, IIHM offers internationally recognized hospitality degrees through collaborations with Edinburgh Napier University and the University of West London, along with partnerships in the USA, Canada, Australia, Mauritius, the Middle East, and other regions. With campuses across major Indian cities and a state-of-the-art campus at KBU Bangkok, IIHM provides students with global exposure and flexible study options.

Its alumni work in renowned hotel chains worldwide, contributing to both Indian and international hospitality industries. IIHM emphasizes industry-relevant training, practical learning, and international career pathways for aspiring hospitality professionals.

JD for Kitchen In-Charge – Large IT Canteen / Bulk Food Operation

Position: Kitchen In-Charge

Industry: IT Canteen / Institutional Catering / Bulk Food Production

Experience: 3+ years in high-volume kitchen operations preferred

Location: Kolkata Joining: Within 15 days

Salary: As per Industry Norms.

We are looking for an experienced Kitchen In-Charge to manage a large-scale IT canteen kitchen and ensure smooth, hygienic, cost-effective and timely food production.

Key Responsibilities:

- Plan and supervise high-volume food production as per daily meal requirements.
- Manage breakfast, lunch, snacks, dinner and special-menu production, as applicable.
- Prepare production plans based on headcount, menu and consumption trends.
- Lead and deploy kitchen manpower efficiently across different sections.
- Ensure timely food preparation, dispatch and service during peak hours.
- Maintain food quality, taste, consistency and portion control.
- Strictly implement FSSAI, food safety, hygiene and sanitation standards.
- Monitor raw-material receiving, storage, FIFO/FEFO and kitchen inventory.




- Control food wastage, pilferage and overproduction.
- Monitor food cost, yield, recipe standards and portion sizes.
- Coordinate with Purchase, Stores, Operations and Canteen Management.
- Conduct regular stock checks and minimize inventory variance.
- Maintain kitchen equipment, cleanliness and workplace safety.
- Handle operational issues and customer feedback promptly.
- Prepare daily production, wastage and consumption reports.
- Ensure effective kitchen operations during very high-volume meal service.

Candidate Profile:

- Strong experience in bulk cooking / institutional catering / IT canteen / large-scale food operations..
- Strong manpower-management and leadership skills.
- Good understanding of food costing, inventory, wastage and yield management.
- Knowledge of food safety, hygiene and statutory requirements.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage peak-hour operations.
- Strong discipline and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

- Candidates should possess strong supervisory skills, including team leadership, task delegation, and performance monitoring.
- Candidates should possess solid food preparation and cooking skills, with proficiency in culinary techniques and kitchen production.
- Candidates should possess experience in food service operations and general culinary skills to ensure efficient and high-quality service.
- Candidates should possess knowledge of food safety, sanitation standards, and HACCP practices, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Relevant qualifications such as a diploma or degree in Culinary Arts, Hotel Management, or a related field are preferred.
- Prior experience in a hotel, restaurant, institutional kitchen, or culinary training environment is highly beneficial.
- Strong organizational, time-management, and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with faculty and students.
- Ability to work flexible hours as required by training schedules and special events, and commitment to maintaining a respectful, inclusive work workplace.

📌 Kitchen Supervisor (Kolkata)
🏢 International Institute of Hotel Management (IIHM)
📍 Kolkata