Job highlights

- This role requires a blend of creativity,operational excellence,and international exposure to elevate our caf experience in India and abroad

- Experience: 7 12 years in QSR or caf chains with global exposure (e.g.,Starbucks,Costa,Tim Hortons)

- Proven experience in international menu adaptation

- Flexibility and willingness to travel internationally frequently

We are looking for a Culinary Head who can lead menu innovation, build global SOPs, and ensure consistent taste and quality across 600+ outlets worldwide. This role requires a blend of creativity, operational excellence, and international exposure to elevate our caf experience in India and abroad.

Responsibilities:

- Menu Innovation (India + Global)

- Develop unique dishes star products for Indian and international markets.

- Adapt Indian menu offerings to suit local tastes, cultural nuances, and food regulations abroad.

- Create region-specific fusion menus (e.g., kulhad-inspired drinks for UK/Canada).

- Stay updated on global QSR caf trends to drive continuous innovation. SOPs Training

- Design and implement global kitchen SOPs for consistency in taste, hygiene, and service.

- Train and mentor culinary teams in India and abroad through in-person sessions digital modules.

- Build a video-based training library for franchise partners worldwide.

- Groom new teams to ensure uniform standards and cultural adaptability. Quality, Costing Vendor Management





- Standardize recipes, portion sizes, and plating for global consistency.

- Develop pricing and costing strategies adapted to international markets.

- Identify, source, and negotiate with local international suppliers.

- Implement waste management and sustainability practices (eco-friendly packaging, kulhads, etc.).

Franchise Expansion

Support

- Support caf launches in the UK, UAE, Canada, and other future markets.

- Assist franchise partners with kitchen setup, staff onboarding, and quality audits.

- Create detailed culinary playbooks manuals for scalable replication.

Customer Marketing

Alignment

- Conduct customer tasting programs for current product validation.

- Collaborate with the marketing team on menu launch campaigns promotions.

- Ensure all menu innovations are aligned with brand storytelling and positioning.

Requirements:

- Education: Culinary Arts / Hotel Management / Food Technology.

- Experience: 7 12 years in QSR or caf chains with global exposure (e.g., Starbucks, Costa, Tim Hortons).

- Skills:

- Strong culinary RD and innovation mindset.

- Proven experience in international menu adaptation.

- Expertise in SOPs, training, and franchise scalability.

- Leadership and team grooming skills with excellent communication.

- Flexibility and willingness to travel internationally frequently.

📌 Culinary Head (Indore)
🏢 Chai Sutta Bar
📍 Indore