Job Summary

We are looking for a skilled and experienced Indian Chef to prepare authentic Indian cuisine and maintain high standards of food quality, taste, presentation, and hygiene. The candidate will be responsible for preparing Indian dishes, planning daily kitchen operations, managing ingredients, and ensuring consistent food quality in accordance with hotel standards and food safety guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

- Prepare a variety of Indian dishes, including North Indian and regional cuisines.

- Cook curries, gravies, dals, sabzis, biryanis, pulao, rotis, parathas, and other traditional Indian dishes.

- Prepare ingredients, spice mixes, marinades, gravies, and sauces according to standard recipes.

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

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

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

- Follow food safety, storage, and sanitation standards.

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

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

- Coordinate with the Head Chef, Sous Chef, and kitchen staff to ensure smooth service.

- Guide and train junior chefs and kitchen helpers when required.

- Ensure timely preparation and delivery of food during peak service hours.

- Maintain kitchen equipment and follow secure operating procedures.

- Assist with menu planning, daily specials, and seasonal food offerings.





- Follow hotel recipes, standard operating procedures, and quality guidelines.

Required Qualifications and Skills

- Relevant culinary qualification or professional kitchen training is preferred.

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

- Strong knowledge of Indian cooking techniques, spices, ingredients, and regional cuisines.

- Expertise in preparing Indian curries, breads, rice dishes, gravies, and vegetarian and non-vegetarian preparations.

- 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 efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Preferred Candidate Profile

- Experience in hotels, resorts, restaurants, or banquet kitchens.

- Knowledge of North Indian and regional Indian cuisines.

- Ability to maintain consistent food quality and presentation.

- Disciplined, punctual, and detail-oriented.

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

Key Skills

- Indian Cuisine and Cooking Techniques

- Food Preparation and Presentation

- Menu Planning

- Kitchen Operations

- Food Safety and Hygiene

- Inventory and Stock Management

- Cost Control and Waste Reduction

- Team Coordination

- Quality Control

- Time Management and Discipline

Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month

Benefits

- Provident Fund

Work Location: In person

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