Junior Sous Chef – Royal Indian Cuisine
Location: Mumbai
Salary: ₹42,000 gross per month + Service Charge + Tips
Cuisine Focus: Royal Indian Cuisine (Awadhi, Mughlai, Hyderabadi, Rajasthani, etc.)
Type: Full-time
Outlet: Flagship restaurant of a Celebrity Indian Chef
About the Role
We are hiring an experienced and motivated Junior Sous Chef to be a key part of the culinary leadership team at the flagship restaurant of one of India's most acclaimed celebrity chefs. This is a premium opportunity for a chef passionate about India’s rich royal culinary traditions, bringing timeless flavors and techniques into a refined, modern dining experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the Sous Chef and Head Chef in daily kitchen operations, ensuring the highest quality of food preparation and presentation.
- Supervise and support CDPs and Commis in executing dishes inspired by India’s royal kitchens.
- Maintain consistency, authenticity, and creativity in all dishes, aligned with the brand’s culinary vision.
- Contribute to menu planning and R&D, especially in the royal Indian cuisine segments.
- Manage kitchen hygiene, food safety standards, and inventory control.
- Ensure smooth operations during service and support staff training and development.
Requirements
- 5+ years of professional kitchen experience, including 1–2 years in a leadership or Jr. Sous Chef role.
- Deep knowledge and hands-on experience with royal Indian cuisines (Mughlai, Awadhi, Hyderabadi, etc.).
- Proven ability to lead a team in a high-pressure, fine-dining environment.
- Strong sense of taste, presentation, and attention to detail.
- Good communication, time management, and problem-solving skills.
Benefits
- Gross Salary: ₹42,000 per month
- Additional Earnings: Service charge + Tips
- Opportunity to work closely with a celebrity chef and gain exposure to high-end culinary practices.
- Career growth within a flagship, brand-defining outlet.
- Meals and uniforms provided.
If you’re ready to take the next step in your culinary journey and be part of an elite kitchen dedicated to India’s royal heritage, we’d love to hear from you.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: ₹42,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Paid time off
- Provident Fund
Work Location: In person
