JOB DESCRIPTION – CHEF

Position: Chef
Department: Food & Beverage / Kitchen
Location: Hotel Annamalai Grand, Madurai
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced and skilled Chef to join our restaurant kitchen. The Chef will be responsible for preparing high-quality food, maintaining consistent taste and presentation, managing kitchen operations, and ensuring strict hygiene and food-safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

- Prepare and cook dishes according to the restaurant's recipes and standards.
- Maintain consistent taste, quality, portion size, and presentation.
- Plan daily food preparation and coordinate kitchen activities.
- Ensure proper storage and handling of food ingredients.
- Monitor the freshness and quality of raw materials.
- Maintain cleanliness and hygiene throughout the kitchen.
- Follow food safety and sanitation standards.
- Minimize food wastage and control kitchen costs.
- Coordinate with service staff to ensure timely food delivery.
- Monitor stock levels and inform management about required ingredients.
- Maintain kitchen equipment and ensure it is used safely.
- Train and supervise junior kitchen staff when required.
- Handle busy service periods efficiently.
- Introduce new dishes and contribute ideas for menu improvement.

Requirements





- Previous experience as a Chef in a hotel, restaurant, or commercial kitchen.
- Good knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, and kitchen operations.
- Knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices.
- Ability to maintain consistent quality under pressure.
- Good teamwork and communication skills.
- Ability to manage kitchen work efficiently during peak hours.
- Willingness to work flexible shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Preferred Skills

- Knowledge of South Indian / North Indian / Chinese cuisine as required by the restaurant.
- Experience in menu planning and food costing.
- Knowledge of inventory and kitchen stock management.
- Ability to train and guide kitchen assistants and other staff.

Personal Qualities

- Responsible and disciplined.
- Clean and hygienic in personal and skilled practices.
- Creative and passionate about cooking.
- Good time-management skills.
- Team-oriented and reliable.
- Able to work calmly in a fast-paced environment.

Salary

Salary: Negotiable based on experience and skill level.

How to Apply

Interested candidates can apply by submitting their resume and relevant experience details to the management of Hotel Annamalai Grand.

Pay: From ₹15,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

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