Job Highlights

- Lead the traditional culinary experience at Dahlaan, a premium rustic farm-to-table retreat and community experience center.

- Specialize in authentic regional cuisine (Madhya Pradesh &
- North Indian heritage food) cooked over traditional wood-fired hearths (chulhas).

- Work with fresh, chemical-free farm produce, cold-pressed oils, and stone-ground spices with zero artificial enhancers.

Roles &

- Responsibilities

1.

Authentic Culinary

Preparation &

- Execution

- Master and execute traditional wood-fired (chulha) cooking techniques, regulating heat and flame using firewood and mud hearths.

- Prepare signature regional recipes, including traditional Dal Baati, Dal Baafla, Missi Roti, seasonal curries, Kadhi, and traditional sweets/kheers.

- Execute Dahlaans curated daily traditional lunch menus and manage large weekend feasting spreads.

2.

Kitchen

Operations &

- Team Leadership

- Supervise kitchen assistants, helpers, and dishwashing staff to ensure timely food prep (mise en place)



and smooth service.

- Maintain consistency in food taste, aroma, texture, and rustic presentation.

- Plan and manage kitchen operations during peak weekend footfalls, community workshops, and private group gatherings.

3. Quality, Farm Procurement &

- Inventory Management

- Work directly with fresh farm harvests, ensuring high utilization of seasonal produce and traditional grains.

- Supervise daily kitchen stock, spices, dairy, and firewood consumption to prevent shortages.

- Maintain strict cost discipline, portion control, and minimal food wastage.

4. Hygiene, Cleanliness &

- Food Safety

- Ensure the highest standards of cleanliness, personal hygiene, and sanitation across cooking, prep, and storage areas.

- Manage correct food storage practices, FIFO rotation, and natural waste composting protocols.

📌 Head Chef / Traditional Regional Cook (Farm-to-Table) (Bhopal)
🏢 Vishalya Foods And Farms
📍 Bhopal