Head Chef

We are launching a new Café with all day dining based in Yelahanka, Bangalore. We have the mission to bring authentic bread culture and delicious vegetarian continental food to our country.We believe in blending the best of both cultures and creating a productive, fair, safe & fun work environment for our people! We value you and take topics such as mental well-being, safety and growth very seriously.With our Senior Consulting celebrity Chef and our incredible team from all over India we are looking for a Head Chef.Responsibilities:Kitchen & Bakery Operations- Manage daily back-of-house operations including food prep, mise en place, production timelines, and service coordination. - Oversee bakery output — including breads, viennoiserie, cakes, and café accompaniments — with precision and creativity. - Ensure smooth coordination between kitchen, bakery, and front-of-house for seamless service.Team Leadership & Training- Recruit, train, and mentor junior chefs, bakers, and prep staff — fostering a culture of growth, discipline, and mutual respect. - Conduct regular kitchen meetings, tastings, and performance reviews. - Build a collaborative, low-ego environment that values craftsmanship and communication.Quality, Hygiene & Compliance- Implement and uphold rigorous standards for food safety, cleanliness, and hygiene across all stations. - Conduct daily quality checks — from produce freshness to final plating. - Maintain compliance with FSSAI regulations and internal health protocols.Inventory & Cost Management- Manage kitchen and bakery procurement — from sourcing sustainable, high-quality ingredients to vendor negotiations. - Monitor food costs, yields, and wastage to meet profitability targets without compromising quality. - Maintain accurate inventory records and stock rotation systems.Qualifications and Experience:- 5+ years of experience in professional kitchens, including at least 2 years in a leadership or sous chef role. - Strong foundation in vegetarian and continental cuisine, with an eye for modern techniques and presentation. - Demonstrated experience in bakery or patisserie operations is a major advantage. - Proven ability to lead teams in fast-paced environments while maintaining composure and quality. - Sound knowledge of kitchen equipment, food safety standards, and BOH management tools (e.g., prep sheets, costing templates). - Passion for hospitality, creativity, and building from scratch — this is a role for a builder, not a maintainer.If you believe that this job description matches your profile, we are super excited to hear from you and hopefully speak to you, very soon! Please send in your application and certificates of relevance.We are looking forward to meeting you!

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