chef

We are a fast-growing Indian catering company handling 3000-4000 pax weddings, corporate events, and mass catering daily. We need an experienced Head Chef to lead kitchen production, maintain taste consistency, and ensure on-time delivery for large-scale events.

Key Responsibilities

Bulk Cooking: Plan and execute cooking for 3000-4000 pax events. Indian veg + non-veg menus, biryani, gravies, tandoor, live stations

Menu Planning: Design catering menus for weddings, corporate, school, and mass events. Cost and standardize recipes

Team Leadership: Manage 15-30 kitchen staff including Sous Chef, CDPs, Cooks, and helpers. Duty roster + training

Production & Quality: Ensure taste, portion, and hygiene standards are maintained across all batches

Operations: Oversee central kitchen production + coordinate with event team for offsite cooking, chafing dish setup, and food delivery

Cost Control: Manage food cost, wastage, inventory, vendor orders for bulk buying

Food Safety: Ensure SFA compliance, HACCP, and safe food handling for mass catering

Requirements

8+ years experience with min 3 years as Head Chef in Indian catering / banquet / mass catering

Must have experience cooking for 1000+ pax events. 3000-4000 pax experience preferred

Expert in North Indian, South Indian, and Mughlai cuisine

Strong in biryani, curry production, tandoor, and live cooking stations

Knowledge of SFA food safety and mass catering operations

Able to work weekends, PH, night shifts, and long hours during peak season

Good leadership, communication, and stress management skills