Job Summary

Margosa Rewild Resort is seeking a skilled, creative, and passionate Executive Chef to oversee daily kitchen operations and deliver exceptional culinary experiences for resort guests. The ideal candidate will have strong culinary expertise, leadership abilities, and a commitment to food quality, hygiene, sustainability, and guest satisfaction.

The Senior Chef will be responsible for menu planning, food preparation, kitchen team supervision, inventory management, and maintaining high standards of food safety and presentation.

Key Responsibilities

1. Kitchen Operations

- Oversee daily kitchen activities, ensuring smooth and efficient operations.
- Prepare and present high-quality dishes according to resort standards.
- Maintain consistency in taste, quality, portion sizes, and presentation.
- Coordinate food preparation and service for à la carte dining, buffets, private dining, and special events.
- Ensure timely food service while maintaining quality standards.

2. Menu Planning and Culinary Innovation

- Develop seasonal menus featuring as per guest preferences.
- Incorporate fresh, locally sourced ingredients and sustainable food practices.
- Create special menus for guests with dietary restrictions, allergies, and specific preferences.
- Introduce innovative dishes that complement the resort’s nature-inspired hospitality concept.
- Monitor guest feedback and continuously improve menu offerings.

3. Team Leadership and Training

- Supervise, mentor, and train commis chefs, demi chefs, kitchen assistants, and other kitchen staff.
- Allocate duties and prepare kitchen staff schedules in coordination with management.
- Maintain discipline, teamwork, and professional standards.
- Train staff on cooking techniques, food safety, hygiene, and presentation.
- Support recruitment, performance evaluation, and skill development of kitchen team members.

4. Food Cost and Inventory Management

- Monitor food costs, portion control, and wastage.
- Maintain inventory of ingredients, kitchen supplies,



and equipment.
- Coordinate with purchasing and stores teams to ensure timely procurement.
- Check the quality and freshness of incoming ingredients.
- Maintain appropriate stock levels and ensure proper storage and rotation of food items.
- Work within the approved food cost budget.

5. Food Safety and Hygiene

- Ensure compliance with applicable FSSAI regulations and food safety standards.
- Maintain cleanliness and sanitation across kitchen areas.
- Ensure correct food storage temperatures, labeling, and expiry-date monitoring.
- Follow FIFO (First In, First Out) inventory practices.
- Prevent cross-contamination and manage food allergens appropriately.
- Ensure kitchen equipment is maintained and used safely.

6. Guest Satisfaction and Resort Experience

- Coordinate with the restaurant, service, and front-office teams to meet guest expectations.
- Accommodate special requests and dietary requirements wherever feasible.
- Support themed dining experiences, outdoor dining, private events, and resort activities.
- Maintain a guest-focused approach and respond professionally to food-related feedback.

Qualifications and Experience

- Diploma or degree in Culinary Arts, Hotel Management, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum 6 years of relevant skilled kitchen experience, including supervisory responsibilities.
- Experience in resorts, boutique hotels, eco-resorts, or luxury hospitality establishments is an advantage.
- Strong knowledge of Indian cuisine and familiarity with additional regional or international cuisines.
- Knowledge of food safety, hygiene, menu engineering, and food cost control.
- Experience managing kitchen teams and high-volume food service.

Required Skills

- Strong culinary and food presentation skills.
- Leadership, communication, and team management.
- Menu development and recipe standardization.
- Inventory management and cost control.
- Time management and problem-solving.
- Creativity, adaptability, and attention to detail.
- Ability to work flexible shifts, weekends, and holidays as required.

📌 Executive Chef (Hyderabad)
🏢 Margosa Rewild Resort
📍 Hyderabad