Job Title: South Indian Chettinad Chef
Job Description:
A dynamic and experienced South Indian Chettinad Chef is sought for Crispy Dosa, a renowned South Indian vegetarian restaurant. The successful candidate will be adept at working in a South Indian kitchen, showcasing a high level of creativity, consistency, and competency in preparing Chettinad dishes, regional South Indian dishes, and traditional Chettinad curries with a South Indian twist.
Responsibilities:
– Prepare, cook, and finish complex made-to-order regional, High-Class vegetarian, and traditional Chettinad curries using fresh ingredients and traditional cooking methods.
– Create fresh ground Chettinad masalas, complex marinades, concentrated stock, herb & spice blends, and ingredient fusions as per the Head Chef’s formulations.
– Plan seasonal dishes and specials alongside established menus.
– Specialize in Biryani dishes, other rice dishes, and the increasingly popular breakfast menu.
– Monitor and manage food waste, routine stock ordering, and conduct quality checks.
– Ensure compliance with hygiene and health & safety guidelines.
– Regulate and monitor food temperatures, assist in cost analysis and review.
– Demonstrate a high level of personal hygiene and uphold professional food quality, safety, and sanitation standards in the kitchen.
– Exhibit excellent communication skills in English.
– Work under pressure while maintaining composure and agility.
Requirements:
– High level of creativity, consistency, and competency in preparing Chettinad dishes and regional South Indian dishes.
– Expertise in creating high-quality spice fusions, marinades, and Chettinad curry bases.
– Previous experience at the required skill level.
– Willingness to assume responsibility.
– Passionate about regional Tandoori cuisines and Curry Dishes.
– Excellent communication skills in English.
– Hardworking, self-confident individual capable of working under pressure in a full-time capacity.
