Executive Chef

Job Title: Executive Chef

Location: Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad

Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly experienced and creative Executive Chef to lead our kitchen operations at our upscale restaurant located in Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad. The ideal candidate should have strong culinary expertise, menu innovation skills, leadership abilities, and hands-on experience in managing a premium F&B setup.

Key Responsibilities:



Lead complete kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food quality, taste, and presentation


Develop innovative menus, including seasonal & specials, considering local & global culinary trends


Oversee food preparation, cooking, and plating to maintain consistency


Maintain inventory of food supplies, manage vendor relationships, and ensure cost control


Ensure compliance with hygiene, safety, and sanitation standards (FSSAI norms)


Train, mentor, and supervise kitchen staff, promoting a culture of discipline and teamwork


Coordinate with Restaurant Manager & service team for smooth operations


Control food cost, minimize waste, and optimize operating expenses


Evaluate guest feedback and maintain high levels of customer satisfaction


Create SOPs for operations, portioning, storage, and kitchen workflow



Requirements:



Minimum 6–10 years of experience in the culinary field, with at least 3+ years as an Executive Chef / Sous Chef in a premium restaurant, hotel, or cloud kitchen


Strong knowledge of Indian, Continental, Asian, and Fusion cuisines (any specific cuisine expertise is a plus)


Proven experience in menu design & kitchen management


Strong leadership & team management skills


Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment


Familiarity with kitchen budgets, food costing, and inventory management


Must be updated with global food trends, plating standards & modern techniques


Certificate/Diploma in Culinary Arts preferred (but not mandatory if experience is strong)



Key Skills:



Culinary Innovation


Menu Engineering & Food Costing


Kitchen Operations Management


Inventory & Vendor Management


Hygiene & Safety Compliance


Staff Training & Leadership


Quality Control & Guest Satisfaction



Salary: Competitive (Based on experience and skillset)

Joining: Immediate / Within 30 Days