Executive Chef
Plenum Speciality Foods
Executive Chef
Plenum Speciality Foods
Connaught Place, New Delhi
₹50,000 - ₹80,000 monthly
Fixed
₹50000 - ₹80000
Earning Potential
₹80,000
Work from Office
Full Time
Night Shift
Min. 10 years
Good (Intermediate / Advanced) English
Job Details
Interview Details
Job highlights
Urgently hiring
75 applicants
Job Description
- 1. Menu Development & R&DLead menu planning, innovation, and seasonal menu development.
- Conduct research & development (R&D) for new recipes, concepts, and cuisines.
- Standardize recipes, portion sizes, and presentation techniques.
- Continuously upgrade menu offerings based on market trends and customer preferences.
- 2. Menu Engineering & ProfitabilityDesign menus using menu engineering techniques (high-margin vs high-volume items).
- Analyze sales data to optimize menu performance.
- Ensure a balance between customer appeal and profitability.
- Introduce cost-effective alternatives without compromising quality.
- 3. Food Cost & Inventory ControlMonitor and control food cost percentage and wastage.
- Plan procurement and manage vendor negotiations.
- Implement portion control and minimize pilferage.
- Maintain inventory levels and conduct regular stock audits.
- 4. Kitchen Operations ManagementOversee daily kitchen operations including production, hygiene, and quality control.
- Ensure consistency in taste, presentation, and service standards.
- Maintain compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations (FSSAI standards).
- 5. Staffing & Team ManagementPlan and manage kitchen staffing requirements.
- Recruit, train, and supervise kitchen staff.
- Allocate duties, prepare rosters, and monitor staff performance.
- Foster discipline, teamwork, and a high-performance culture in the kitchen.
- 6. Quality Control & Customer SatisfactionEnsure all dishes meet quality standards before service.
- Address customer feedback and improve offerings accordingly.
- Maintain brand standards in taste, presentation, and service.
- 7. Cost Optimization & EfficiencyIdentify areas to reduce operational costs without affecting quality.
- Improve kitchen workflow and productivity.
- Optimize use of raw materials and resources.
- 8. Compliance & SafetyEnsure adherence to food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards.
- Maintain kitchen equipment and ensure safe working conditions.
- Comply with all statutory and regulatory requirements.
- 9. Coordination & ReportingWork closely with management on budgeting and planning.
- Coordinate with procurement, operations, and service teams.
- Provide regular reports on food cost, sales trends, and kitchen performance.
- Skills & RequirementsProven experience as Executive Chef or Senior Chef role.
- Strong expertise in menu engineering, food costing, and R&D.
- Leadership and team management skills.
- Knowledge of multi-cuisine or specialized cuisine (as required).
- Understanding of inventory systems and kitchen operations.
- Creativity with strong business acumen.
- Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)Food cost percentage
- Menu profitability
- Customer satisfaction scores
- Kitchen efficiency and wastage control
- Staff productivity and retention
- AccountabilityResponsible for overall kitchen performance and profitability.
- Responsible for maintaining quality, hygiene, and compliance.
- Responsible for innovation and continuous improvement in menu offerings.
Job role
Work location
Himalaya House, KG Marg, Atul Grove Road, Janpath, Connaught Place, New Delhi, Delhi 110001, India
Department
Restaurant / Hospitality / Tourism
Role / Category
Hospitality Management
Employment type
Full Time
Shift
Night Shift
Job requirements
Experience
Min. 10 years
Education
Graduate
English level
Good (Intermediate / Advanced) English
Degree/ Specialisation
B.Sc in Hospitality and Hotel Administration/ Hotel Management/ Hotel and Hospitality Management, B.Voc in Hotel Management, B.Sc (Hons.) in Hotel and Hospitality Management, B.A in Hotel Management, Bachelor in Hotel Management/ Hospitality Management (Atleast one)
Gender
Any gender
About company
Name
Plenum Speciality Foods
Address
Himalaya House, KG Marg, Atul Grove Road, Janpath, Connaught Place, New Delhi, Delhi 110001, India
Job posted by Plenum Speciality Foods
FAQs about this job
Show all