Job DescriptionRole Summary NThe 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 solid operational and people-management skills to support scaling and daily efficiency. NKey ResponsibilitiesnKitchen Operations & Food Quality Nn 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 NnCost Control & Inventory Nn 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 NnTeam Management Nn 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 NnHygiene, Safety & Compliance Nn 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 NnCoordination & Reporting Nn 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 NnDesired Candidate Profile Nn 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 Good understanding of food costing, inventory, and SOP-driven kitchens N Leadership mindset withhands-on approach NnKey Skills & Competencies Nn 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 Nn

📌 Chef Manager (Karnataka)
🏢 Food Whisperer
📍 Karnataka