Kitchen Helper and Commi 3

Kitchen Helper Role

Based in Gurgaon, the Kitchen Helper supports daily kitchen functions to maintain efficient culinary operations. The position entails preparing food ingredients such as washing, chopping, and measuring, adhering to simple recipes provided by chefs. It also involves keeping the kitchen clean and orderly, including washing dishes and equipment, cleaning surfaces, and managing waste responsibly according to safety protocols.

Additional duties include assisting chefs by fetching ingredients, preparing garnishes, and performing basic cooking tasks, as well as helping with inventory organization and alerting management about stock shortages or spoilage.

Chef Role

The Chef oversees kitchen workflows, from crafting menus to ensuring the quality and presentation of dishes. Responsibilities include designing appealing menus considering seasonal and customer preferences, cooking dishes up to high standards, and supervising and training all kitchen staff to execute efficient operations.

The Chef manages inventory, controls food costs, maintains hygiene standards, and occasionally engages with customers to incorporate their feedback into dish adjustments.

Qualifications and Requirements

For Kitchen Helper: A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred. Prior kitchen experience is beneficial but not essential. Candidates should have foundational knowledge of food safety practices and be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with good communication and teamwork skills.

For Chef: A culinary degree or equivalent professional experience is required. Candidates should demonstrate proven expertise in a high-volume kitchen, mastery of cooking methods and equipment, strong leadership and communication abilities, and capacity to manage multiple responsibilities under pressure.

Physical Demands

Both roles require the ability to remain standing for long durations and to lift and carry weights up to 50 pounds. Working in a hot and fast-paced environment is expected.