Job Description Role Summary n The Chef Manager will be responsible for end-to-end kitchen operations at Food Whisperer, ensuring consistent food quality, cost control, hygiene compliance, and team management. The role combines hands-on cooking expertise with strong operational and people-management skills to support scaling and daily efficiency. n Key Responsibilities n Kitchen Operations & Food Quality n n Plan, prepare, and oversee daily kitchen production as per Food Whisperer standards n Ensure consistency in taste, presentation, portioning, and plating n Develop, standardize, and update recipes, SOPs, and kitchen processes n Monitor food quality during prep, service, and dispatch n n Cost Control & Inventory n n Manage food cost, wastage control, and yield optimization n Plan procurement, vendor coordination, and raw material forecasting n Maintain inventory, stock rotation (FIFO), and daily consumption reports n Support menu costing and margin improvement initiatives n n Team Management n n Lead, train, and supervise chefs, commis, and kitchen staff n Prepare duty rosters, manage attendance, and ensure adequate staffing n Conduct on-the-job training and skill development n Maintain discipline, motivation, and a high-performance kitchen culture n n Hygiene, Safety & Compliance n n Ensure strict adherence to FSSAI, food safety,



and hygiene standards n Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and pest-control practices n Conduct regular audits and corrective actions n Ensure compliance with local health and safety regulations n n Coordination & Reporting n n Coordinate with operations, procurement, and service teams n Handle customer feedback related to food quality and take corrective action n Prepare daily/weekly kitchen MIS reports (food cost, wastage, manpower) n Support new outlet launches, menu trials, and pilot projects n n Desired Candidate Profile n n Diploma / Degree in Hotel Management or Culinary Arts preferred n 6–10 years of kitchen experience, with at least 2–3 years in a managerial role n Experience in QSR, cloud kitchen, casual dining, or central kitchen operations n Strong knowledge of Indian & international cuisines (as relevant to the brand) n Valuable understanding of food costing, inventory, and SOP-driven kitchens n Leadership mindset with hands-on approach n n Key Skills & Competencies n n Kitchen operations & team leadership n Food costing & inventory control n SOP & process orientation n Hygiene & compliance management n Time management and multitasking n Strong communication & problem-solving skills n

📌 Chef Manager (Bengaluru)
🏢 Food Whisperer
📍 Bengaluru