Executive Chef- Indian restaurant

Job Description – Executive Chef

Location: Ashok Vihar, New Delhi, India

Restaurant: Established Modern Vegetarian Restaurant

Salary: 80,000 per month

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced, creative and hands-on Executive Chef to lead the kitchen of an established modern vegetarian restaurant in Ashok Vihar, New Delhi.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in modern vegetarian cuisine, excellent culinary creativity and proven experience managing a high-volume restaurant serving approximately 150–200 covers.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the complete kitchen operation, ensuring consistent food quality, presentation and service standards.
• Develop innovative and exciting vegetarian menus, introducing new dishes and seasonal specials.
• Manage daily kitchen operations in a busy 150–200 cover restaurant.
• Lead, train and motivate the kitchen team, maintaining high standards of discipline and performance.
• Monitor food costs, portion control, wastage and kitchen budgets.
• Ensure excellent food hygiene, safety and kitchen cleanliness standards.
• Manage stock control, purchasing and supplier relationships.
• Maintain consistency in taste, quality and presentation across all menu items.
• Work closely with restaurant management to improve customer satisfaction and overall restaurant performance.

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef, Head Chef or Senior Chef in an established restaurant.
• Previous experience managing a high-volume operation of 150–200 covers.
• Strong knowledge and passion for modern vegetarian cuisine.
• Creative approach to menu development, food presentation and innovation.
• Excellent leadership, organisational and team management skills.
• Strong understanding of food costing, kitchen budgeting and inventory management.
• A stable employment history with a demonstrated track record of success.
• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining high culinary standards.

Salary & Location

Monthly Salary: 80,000

Location: Ashok Vihar, New Delhi

We are looking for a passionate culinary professional who can bring creativity, consistency and strong kitchen leadership to an established vegetarian dining concept.