– Chef

Job Title

Chef

Department

Administration / Hospitality

Reporting To

Admin Manager / Management

Job Purpose

To plan, prepare, and serve high-quality, hygienic, and nutritious food while maintaining excellent standards of taste, presentation, cleanliness, food safety, and kitchen operations.

Key Responsibilities

Plan and prepare daily meals, snacks, and special dishes as per the approved menu and requirements.

- Ensure high standards of food quality, taste, presentation, and portion control.
- Maintain proper hygiene, cleanliness, and sanitation in the kitchen and food preparation areas.
- Ensure safe storage, handling, and utilization of raw materials and food items.
- Monitor the freshness and quality of ingredients and avoid unnecessary food wastage.
- Prepare menus based on nutritional requirements, employee preferences, and special occasions.
- Manage kitchen inventory and coordinate requirements for groceries, vegetables, and other food supplies.
- Ensure proper maintenance and cleanliness of kitchen equipment and utensils.
- Follow food safety standards and company policies at all times.
- Supervise and guide kitchen helpers or support staff, where applicable.
- Handle special food arrangements for meetings, guests, events, and company functions.
- Maintain discipline, punctuality, and professional standards within the kitchen.
- Suggest improvements in menu planning, food quality, cost control, and kitchen operations.
- Be available to support additional work requirements during company events, special functions, urgent requirements, or other operational needs.

Educational Qualification

Diploma or Certificate in Culinary Arts, Food Production, Hotel Management, or a related field preferred.

- Relevant professional cooking training will be an added advantage.

Experience





3–7 years of relevant experience as a Chef, Cook, or in a professional kitchen.

- Experience in preparing Indian, Gujarati, Punjabi, South Indian, Continental, or other cuisines, as required by the organization.

Required Skills & Competencies

Strong cooking and food preparation skills.

- Knowledge of food hygiene and safety standards.
- Menu planning and ingredient management.
- Ability to maintain consistency in taste and quality.
- Knowledge of kitchen inventory and food cost control.
- Time management and ability to work efficiently under pressure.
- Creativity in preparing and presenting food.
- Teamwork and ability to manage kitchen support staff.

Preferred Skills

Knowledge of healthy and nutritious meal preparation.

- Experience in catering for large groups, employees, guests, or corporate events.
- Knowledge of special dietary requirements and customized meal preparation.

Working Hours & Flexibility

Regular Working Hours: 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

- The Chef must be willing to work beyond regular working hours whenever required due to company events, special functions, meetings, guest arrangements, urgent work, or other operational requirements.
- Overtime work will be required as per company requirements and management instructions.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

- Food quality and taste consistency.

- Hygiene and food safety compliance.
- Timely preparation and service of meals.
- Control of food wastage and kitchen costs.
- Feedback and satisfaction from employees and guests.
- Proper inventory and stock management.
- Cleanliness and overall maintenance of the kitchen.

Work Location

Hari Krishna Exports Pvt. Ltd., Surat

Employment Type

Full time

Pay: ₹23,000.00 - ₹25,000.00 per month

Benefits

- Food provided

- Health insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Ichhapore, Surat, Gujarat

📌 Chef (Ichchhapor)
🏢 Hari Krishna Exports
📍 Ichchhapor