Hiring Immediately: Sous Chef | Fries & Fables | Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh

Company: Fries & FablesJob Title: Sous ChefLocation: Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, IndiaExperience: 5–8 years preferredEmployment Type: Full-timeJoining: Immediate joiners preferredContact: Sandeep Nallamalli, ManagerEmail: [email protected]

About Fries & Fables

Fries & Fables is an upcoming premium F&B; concept in Vijayawada, bringing together European-inspired dining, artisan brick-oven pizza, gourmet burgers, live-fire grills, seafood, continental cuisine, fresh pasta, Indian meat specialities, breakfast and premium desserts.

We are looking for a passionate, experienced and hands-on Sous Chef to join our team during the pre-opening phase and help establish a high-performing kitchen built around culinary excellence, consistency, food safety and operational efficiency.

This is an opportunity to contribute to menu trials, kitchen setup, recipe standardisation, team development and the launch of an ambitious restaurant concept.

Our Culinary Concept

Our menu brings together a diverse range of culinary styles:

Artisan Pizza & Dough

- Live-fire brick-oven pizza and premium toppings.
- 48-hour cold-fermented pizza dough using poolish.
- Dough preparation, fermentation control and baking consistency.

Burgers & Sandwiches
- Gourmet burgers, juicy chicken patties and grilled sandwiches.
- Signature sauces, premium fillings and house-made condiments.

Grills, Seafood & Live-Fire Cooking
- Grilled chicken, lamb and seafood.
- Marinades, rubs, temperature control and finishing techniques.

European & Continental Cuisine
- Fresh pasta, house-made sauces and cheese-wheel pasta.
- Cream-based, tomato-based and European-style sauces.
- Continental mains and premium cheese-based preparations.

Indian Meat Specialities
- Bannur-style lamb and mutton preparations.
- Dupudu Potu biryani and regional meat specialities.
- Slow cooking, marination and flavour development.

Breakfast, Sides & Desserts
- English breakfast and egg preparations.




- Loaded Spuds and signature sides.
- Premium chocolate desserts featuring Callebaut chocolate.

Key Responsibilities
- Support the Head Chef/Executive Chef in daily kitchen operations and overall food production.
- Lead and supervise CDPs, commis chefs and other kitchen team members.
- Coordinate mise en place, section readiness and service execution.
- Participate in pre-opening kitchen setup, menu trials and recipe development.
- Standardise recipes, portion sizes, presentation and cooking procedures.
- Maintain food quality, consistency and timely service across kitchen sections.
- Monitor food costs, yields, inventory, purchasing requirements and wastage.
- Implement stock rotation, storage controls and temperature monitoring.
- Establish and maintain kitchen SOPs, cleaning schedules and hygiene standards.
- Ensure compliance with applicable FSSAI requirements and HACCP-based food safety practices.
- Train team members in cooking techniques, food safety and operational procedures.
- Coordinate with management and suppliers to maintain ingredient quality and kitchen efficiency.

Required Skills & Qualifications
- Preferably 5–8 years of professional kitchen experience, including relevant supervisory responsibilities.
- Previous experience as a Sous Chef, Junior Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie is preferred.
- Strong knowledge of professional cooking techniques, knife skills, mise en place and plating.
- Experience in continental cuisine, grills, pizza, Indian meat preparations or multi-cuisine operations.
- Understanding of recipe costing, food cost control, portion management and inventory.




- Knowledge of food hygiene, cross-contamination prevention, allergen management and safe food storage.
- Strong leadership, communication, decision-making and time-management skills.
- Ability to manage service pressure while maintaining quality and discipline.
- A culinary diploma or equivalent professional training is preferred.

Preferred Certifications
- HACCP or recognised food safety training.
- Culinary arts diploma or professional chef qualification.
- Additional training in pizza, bakery, continental cuisine or specialist cooking techniques is an advantage.

What We Offer
- An opportunity to join a new restaurant during its pre-opening phase.
- The prospect to contribute to menu development, kitchen SOPs and operational standards.
- Exposure to premium ingredients, artisan pizza, live-fire cooking and diverse culinary techniques.
- Professional growth within an ambitious F&B; concept.
- Compensation commensurate with experience, culinary expertise and role responsibilities.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are requested to email their updated CV along with their total experience, current location, current CTC, expected CTC, notice period and culinary specialisation.

Contact Person: Sandeep NallamalliDesignation: Manager – Fries & FablesEmail: [email protected]

Email Subject: Application – Sous Chef – Vijayawada

Immediate joiners and candidates available on short notice are encouraged to apply.

Join Fries & Fables and help us build a distinctive culinary experience in Vijayawada.

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Pay: ₹45,000.00 - ₹55,000.00 per month

Benefits

- Flexible schedule
- Food provided
- Paid time off

Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)

Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
- Night Shift (Required)
- Overnight Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person

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