Role & responsibilities

- Prepare and supervise authentic Italian dishes, including pasta, risotto, pizza, antipasti, sauces, seafood, meat, and desserts.
- Ensure recipes, portion sizes, presentation, and cooking techniques meet established standards.
- Assist the Chef in menu planning, recipe development, and daily specials.
- Supervise and train Commis Chefs, Demi Chefs, and other kitchen team members.
- Coordinate kitchen operations during busy service periods.
- Monitor food quality, freshness, temperature, and presentation.
- Prepare fresh pasta, sauces, stocks, and other Italian components as required.
- Maintain proper food storage and FIFO procedures.
- Monitor inventory and assist with ordering ingredients.
- Control food costs and minimise wastage.
- Maintain high standards of kitchen cleanliness, hygiene, and food safety.
- Ensure proper operation and cleanliness of kitchen equipment.
- Handle guest complaints or special dietary requirements professionally.
- Support the Executive Chef and take charge of the kitchen in their absence.

Preferred candidate profile

- 3-6 years of professional culinary experience, preferably in Italian cuisine.




- Previous experience as a Sous Chef, Chef de Partie, or Senior Chef in a reputed restaurant, hotel, or fine-dining establishment.
- Strong knowledge of authentic Italian cooking techniques, ingredients, and traditional recipes.
- Hands-on expertise in fresh pasta, risotto, pizza, sauces, antipasti, seafood, and meat preparations.
- Culinary qualification or diploma from a recognised culinary institute preferred.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to train, motivate, and supervise kitchen staff.
- Good understanding of food cost, portion control, inventory management, and wastage reduction.
- Thorough knowledge of HACCP, food safety, hygiene, and kitchen sanitation standards.
- Creative, disciplined, detail-oriented, and passionate about Italian gastronomy.
- Ability to maintain consistency and quality while working in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen.
- Valuable communication and teamwork skills.
- Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and holidays as required.

📌 Italian Sous Chef (Kolkata)
🏢 Manifest Hospitality
📍 Kolkata