Chef

About the Role

SGF – Spice Grill & Flame is seeking a dedicated Chef to join its kitchen team at outlets located in Delhi NCR. This full-time role reports to the Kitchen Manager, Restaurant Manager, or Operations Manager and involves preparing food of exceptional quality following SGF's established recipes, standards, and SOPs.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare dishes consistent with SGF recipes, portion sizes, and standards to ensure uniform taste and presentation.
• Manage daily kitchen operations, including food preparation and adherence to cooking methods.
• Inspect freshness and quality of raw ingredients before use and uphold proper food storage using FIFO procedures.
• Monitor food wastage closely and implement measures to minimize cost overruns.
• Maintain kitchen hygiene and cleanliness in accordance with food safety protocols.
• Coordinate with service personnel and management for timely and accurate order delivery.
• Organize mise en place activities before and during service to streamline operations.
• Maintain inventory control by tracking stock levels and communicating shortages to management.
• Ensure kitchen equipment is well-maintained and promptly report any malfunction or damage.
• Train and oversee junior kitchen staff, fostering discipline and teamwork.
• Support kitchen opening and closing procedures and comply with company SOPs and HR policies.

Food Quality and Cost Control

• Guarantee consistent flavor and food quality by following standardized recipes.
• Enforce appropriate portion control and reduce food wastage.
• Manage raw material usage and inventory effectively to optimize cost-efficiency.
• Present food according to company standards.

Hygiene and Safety Responsibilities

• Maintain personal hygiene and wear required uniforms and safety gear.
• Sanitize kitchen workstations regularly and adhere to strict food handling practices.
• Ensure proper storage of raw and cooked food items.
• Report any food safety or workplace safety issues immediately to management.

Required Skills and Experience

• Solid knowledge of culinary preparation, cooking techniques, and hygiene practices.
• Ability to perform efficiently in a fast-paced quick-service restaurant environment.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills with the capacity to operate effectively during peak hours.
• Experience in managing portion control and food wastage is highly valued.
• Strong discipline and punctuality are essential.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum education: 10th or 12th pass preferred.
• Prior experience working in restaurants, quick-service restaurants, hotels, or food services is preferred.
• Experience in Indian, Tandoor, Chinese, Continental, or Chaap cuisine relevant to assigned kitchen section is advantageous.
• Applicants with practical cooking experience will also be considered.

Performance Indicators

• Consistency in food quality, taste, and presentation.
• Timeliness of order preparation.
• Control of food costs and reduction of wastage.
• Maintaining kitchen cleanliness and hygiene standards.
• Effective stock and raw material management.
• Team collaboration and maintaining kitchen discipline.
• Positive feedback from customers regarding food quality.
• Attendance and punctuality.

Additional Information

SGF India reserves the authority to modify job duties and responsibilities according to changing business and operational needs.