Company Description Yash Foods, founded in 2001 and headquartered in Lucknow, is a leading food and hospitality company with a growing presence across India. With over 28 outlets and a team of more than 1,000 professionals, the organization focuses on delivering exceptional and diverse dining experiences. Its portfolio includes brands such as Aryan Family Delight Restaurant for multicuisine fine dining, Curry Leaf for authentic South Indian cuisine, Tafri café for casual gatherings, Wok In for Chinese specialties, Essence for events and banquets, and Level One for elevated Indian fine dining. Operating in cities including Lucknow, Pune, Haridwar, Prayagraj, Banaras, and more, Yash Foods emphasizes quality, consistency, and warm, guest-focused service.
Role Description This is a full-time, on-site Chef role based in Sagri. The Chef will plan and prepare high-quality dishes in line with Yash Foods standards and brand-specific menus, ensuring consistency in taste, presentation, and portioning. Daily responsibilities include organizing the kitchen workstation, supervising food preparation, coordinating with kitchen staff, managing inventory and procurement of ingredients, and monitoring food safety and hygiene practices. The role also involves collaborating with management on menu development, adapting dishes based on seasonal availability, training junior staff, and supporting efficient kitchen operations during peak service hours.
Qualifications
- Culinary skills: Strong expertise in cooking techniques, menu execution, and food presentation, preferably with experience in multicuisine or Indian, South Indian, and Chinese styles.
- Kitchen operations: Ability to manage a professional kitchen, including inventory control, portion management, quality checks, and coordination with service staff.
- Food safety and hygiene: Solid understanding of food safety standards, kitchen sanitation, and safe handling and storage of ingredients.
- Teamwork and leadership: Experience supervising or mentoring kitchen staff, with the ability to work collaboratively and maintain a positive, efficient work environment.
- Time management and organization: Capacity to handle multiple orders, prioritize tasks, and perform effectively under pressure during busy service periods.
- Communication and customer focus: Clear communication skills and a commitment to delivering consistent, guest-focused dining experiences.
- Education and experience: Diploma or certification in Culinary Arts or Hotel Management is preferred; prior experience as a Chef or in a similar role in a restaurant or hospitality setting is highly beneficial.
- Flexibility: Willingness to work varied shifts, weekends, and holidays as required by restaurant operations.
