? SOUS CHEF

Kadkani River Resort, Coorg is looking for an experienced and passionate culinary professional to join our Kitchen Team.

? Location: Coorg, Karnataka

? Position: Sous Chef

? Experience: Prior experience in a hotel/resort kitchen required.

About the Role The Sous Chef will assist the Executive Chef / Head Chef in managing the day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring consistent food quality, hygiene standards and smooth service across the resort.

The ideal candidate should have strong culinary skills, good leadership abilities and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

Key Responsibilities

Kitchen Operations

- Assist the Executive Chef / Head Chef in managing daily kitchen operations.
- Ensure smooth coordination between the kitchen and Food & Beverage service team.
- Monitor food preparation, cooking and presentation.
- Ensure dishes are prepared according to established recipes and quality standards.
- Support the kitchen during breakfast, lunch, dinner and special events.
- Ensure timely preparation and dispatch of food orders.

Food Quality & Hygiene

- Maintain consistent taste, quality and presentation of all dishes.
- Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and sanitation standards.
- Monitor proper food storage, handling and temperature control.
- Ensure kitchen workstations and equipment are kept clean and organised.
- Assist in implementing kitchen SOPs and hygiene procedures.

Team Management

- Supervise and guide kitchen staff during daily operations.
- Allocate tasks and ensure productive workflow within the kitchen.
- Train and support junior chefs and kitchen assistants.
- Monitor staff performance and maintain discipline.
- Assist the Head Chef in managing kitchen manpower and schedules.

Inventory & Cost Control





- Assist in monitoring kitchen inventory and daily consumption.
- Coordinate with the store team for timely availability of ingredients.
- Minimise food wastage and maintain portion control.
- Assist in stock checks and maintaining food cost standards.
- Ensure proper utilisation of kitchen ingredients and resources.

Menu & Culinary Support

- Assist the Head Chef in menu planning and development.
- Suggest new dishes and improvements to existing menus.
- Support the preparation of special menus, buffets and events.
- Ensure consistency in recipes and portion sizes.

What We’re Looking For
- Prior experience as a Sous Chef, Chef de Partie or in a similar kitchen leadership role.
- Experience in a hotel, resort or professional kitchen.
- Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques and kitchen operations.
- Good understanding of food safety and hygiene standards.
- Strong team-management and communication skills.
- Ability to work under pressure during busy service periods.
- Good organisational and problem-solving skills.
- Passion for food quality and guest satisfaction.
- Culinary / Hotel Management qualification preferred.
- Flexible to work according to resort occupancy and operational requirements, including weekends and holidays.

Why Join Kadkani? ? Work in a scenic resort environment in Coorg.

? Opportunity to work in a professional hospitality kitchen.

? Growth opportunities within the organisation.

? Be part of a team focused on delivering memorable guest experiences.

If you are a passionate culinary professional with strong kitchen experience and leadership skills, we would love to hear from you!

? To Apply: Send your CV to [email protected]

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📌 Head Chef (Kodagu)
🏢 Kadkani River Resort Coorg
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