Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced and skilled South Indian Chef to prepare authentic South Indian dishes and maintain high standards of food quality, taste, hygiene, and presentation. The candidate will be responsible for menu preparation, ingredient management, kitchen operations, and ensuring consistent food quality while following hotel standards and food safety guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

- Prepare authentic South Indian dishes, including dosa, idli, vada, uttapam, sambar, rasam, chutneys, and traditional rice dishes.

- Prepare breakfast, lunch, and dinner items according to the hotel's menu and guest requirements.

- Prepare and maintain the quality of batters, spice mixes, chutneys, gravies, and other essential ingredients.

- Ensure consistency in taste, flavour, portion size, and food presentation.

- Plan daily food preparation according to occupancy, orders, and guest requirements.

- Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen and food preparation areas.

- Follow food safety standards and proper storage procedures.

- Monitor ingredient stock and coordinate with the purchase team for timely replenishment.

- Minimise food wastage and maintain cost-effective kitchen operations.

- Operate kitchen equipment safely and ensure proper maintenance.

- Coordinate with the Head Chef, Sous Chef, and other kitchen staff during service.

- Train and guide junior kitchen staff and helpers when required.

- Ensure timely food preparation during peak service hours.





- Follow standard recipes, kitchen procedures, and hotel quality standards.

Required Qualifications and Skills

- Relevant culinary qualification or qualified kitchen training is preferred.

- 2–5 years of experience as a South Indian Chef in a hotel, restaurant, or commercial kitchen.

- Strong knowledge of authentic South Indian cuisine and cooking techniques.

- Expertise in preparing dosa varieties, idli, vada, sambar, chutneys, and traditional meals.

- Knowledge of food hygiene, sanitation, and safe food handling.

- Ability to manage kitchen preparation and service timings.

- Good teamwork, communication, and time-management skills.

- Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Preferred Candidate Profile

- Experience in hotels, resorts, restaurants, or multi-cuisine establishments.

- Knowledge of regional South Indian cuisines and traditional recipes.

- Ability to maintain consistent taste and presentation.

- Disciplined, punctual, and quality-focused.

- Willingness to work flexible shifts, weekends, and holidays as required.

Key Skills

- South Indian Cuisine

- Food Preparation and Cooking

- Menu Planning

- Food Quality and Presentation

- Kitchen Management

- Food Safety and Hygiene

- Inventory and Stock Management

- Cost Control and Waste Management

- Team Collaboration

- Time Management and Discipline

Pay: ₹20,000.00 - ₹35,000.00 per month

Benefits

- Provident Fund

Work Location: In person

📌 South Indian Chef : Hotel (Nashik)
🏢 QTONET PRIVATE
📍 Nashik