Job Title: South Indian & Chinese Vegetarian Chef
Company: Unifresh Foods (Ashirvad Grand)
Location: Mysore, Karnataka
Experience Required: 12+ years in professional vegetarian cuisine (South Indian & Chinese)
Employment Type: Full-Time
About Us
Unifresh Foods, the parent brand of Ashirvad Grand, is a premium vegetarian restaurant chain committed to offering authentic South Indian flavors alongside popular Chinese vegetarian delicacies. Known for quality, consistency, and innovation, we are expanding our culinary team and seeking an experienced South Indian & Chinese Vegetarian Chef to bring excellence to our kitchen.
Role Overview
The ideal candidate will be a master of both authentic South Indian cuisine and vegetarian Chinese dishes, able to craft menus, maintain taste consistency, and lead the kitchen team to deliver high-quality dining experiences that reflect our brand promise.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare, cook, and present authentic vegetarian South Indian dishes and Chinese vegetarian preparations
- Develop and update menus to include seasonal specials and new dishes while maintaining traditional favorites
- Ensure consistency in taste, texture, and presentation across all dishes
- Maintain the highest standards of hygiene, food safety, and kitchen cleanliness as per FSSAI regulations
- Train, guide, and supervise kitchen staff in preparation techniques and quality standards
- Manage inventory, source fresh ingredients, and minimize wastage
- Coordinate with management on food costing, portion control, and profitability targets
- Innovate new recipes to attract and retain customers while staying aligned with the vegetarian-only philosophy
Requirements
- 12+ years of culinary experience in professional kitchens, with expertise in South Indian and Chinese vegetarian cuisine
- Deep knowledge of regional spices, traditional cooking techniques, and Chinese vegetarian preparation styles
- Proven leadership skills in managing a kitchen team and high-volume operations
- Strong focus on consistency, quality, and customer satisfaction
- Knowledge of food cost control, portion management, and kitchen inventory systems
- Ability to work under pressure during peak hours
- Fluency in English or Kannada preferred; Hindi is an added advantage
What We Offer
- Competitive salary (₹45,000–₹65,000 per month, based on experience)
- Performance-based incentives
- Complimentary meals during duty hours
- Accommodation assistance (if required)
- Career growth opportunities within a reputed vegetarian restaurant chain
How to Apply:
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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: ₹50,000.00 - ₹75,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Food provided
- Paid time off
- Provident Fund
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Mysore, Karnataka: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Application Question(s):
- Will you be able to join immediately, if selected?
Experience:
- Innovative food creative: 5 years (Preferred)
- Kitchen management: 8 years (Preferred)
- Food production: 6 years (Preferred)
- Team management: 5 years (Preferred)
- Food preparation: 10 years (Preferred)
Language:
- Kannada (Preferred)
Location:
- Mysore, Karnataka (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Application Deadline: 25/08/2025
Expected Start Date: 25/08/2025