Continental Cook

We are looking for an experienced and skilled Continental & Italian Chef to prepare high-quality Continental and Italian dishes while maintaining excellent taste, presentation, hygiene, and food safety standards.

• Key Responsibilities
• Prepare and cook a variety of Continental and Italian dishes as per menu and standards.
• Handle pasta, pizza, sauces, salads, soups, grills, and other specialty preparations.
• Develop and introduce new dishes and menu items when required.
• Ensure consistency in taste, quality, portion size, and presentation.
• Maintain proper food hygiene, sanitation, and kitchen safety standards.
• Manage food preparation, mise en place, and kitchen operations efficiently.
• Monitor food stock, control wastage, and maintain proper portion control.
• Coordinate with other kitchen staff to ensure smooth service during busy hours.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen equipment, workstations, and storage areas.
• Follow recipes, standard operating procedures, and food cost guidelines.
• Assist in training and supervising junior kitchen staff.
• Ensure timely preparation and delivery of orders.
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• Required Skills
• Strong knowledge of Continental and Italian cuisine.
• Expertise in pasta, pizza, sauces, risotto, grilled items, soups, and salads.
• Good knowledge of food presentation and plating.
• Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene practices.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Good teamwork, communication, and time-management skills.
• Creativity and attention to detail.

• Experience & Qualification
• 2–5+ years of experience as a Continental/Italian Chef or in a similar role.
• Hotel, restaurant, café, resort, or fine-dining experience preferred.
• Culinary/hotel management qualification will be an added advantage.

• Key Performance
• AreasFood quality and consistency
• Taste and presentation
• Kitchen hygiene and safety
• Food cost and wastage control
• Timely order preparation
• Team coordination and kitchen efficiency