South Indian Chef

Job Description

Job Title: South Indian Chef – CDP Level
Location: Lucknow

Job Summary:
We are looking for an experienced and talented South Indian Chef at the CDP (Chef de Partie) Level to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in South Indian cuisine, excellent culinary skills, and the ability to manage a busy kitchen. If you have a passion for creating authentic South Indian dishes, and have the experience to back it up, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:
Prepare and cook a wide variety of South Indian dishes, ensuring the highest standards of taste and presentation.
Follow traditional South Indian cooking techniques (e.g., fermentation, steaming, tempering) to create authentic flavors.
Supervise and guide junior kitchen staff, ensuring proper preparation, cooking, and presentation of dishes.
Develop and refine recipes to ensure consistency in taste and quality across all dishes.
Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen environment, adhering to health and safety standards.
Ensure proper storage of ingredients and manage inventory to minimize wastage.
Monitor food quality, ensure portion control, and ensure that all dishes are served in a timely manner.
Collaborate with other kitchen staff and restaurant management to design and implement seasonal or special menus.
Adapt recipes for different dietary requirements (e.g., vegan, gluten-free) as needed.
Skills and Qualifications:
Experience: Minimum 8 years of experience in a professional kitchen, with at least 2 years at the Chef de Partie (CDP) level or higher, specializing in South Indian cuisine.
Expertise in South Indian Cuisine: Knowledge of a wide variety of South Indian dishes, including but not limited to dosas, idlis, sambar, vadas, and biryanis. Ability to work with traditional South Indian ingredients and cooking methods.
Culinary Skills: Mastery of traditional South Indian cooking techniques, including frying, steaming, and tempering.
Food Safety and Hygiene: Strong understanding of food safety practices and maintaining a clean, hygienic kitchen.
Leadership: Ability to supervise and train junior chefs and kitchen staff effectively.
Creativity: Ability to innovate and develop new dishes while maintaining the authenticity of South Indian cuisine.
Salary & Benefits:
Salary: ₹28,000 – ₹30,000 per month.
Benefits:
Food and Accommodation provided.
ESIC (Employee State Insurance) coverage.
PF (Provident Fund) contribution.
4 weeks off per month (1 week off every 7 days).
Shift Timings: 10 hours per day.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates can contact Rishi Kalra (HR) at 7307022939 for more details and to apply.