Canteen Chef

Job Summary

Pulse Medi Care Hospital is looking for a skilled, responsible, and experienced Canteen Chef to manage daily food preparation and cooking operations. The ideal candidate should have good cooking skills, knowledge of food safety and hygiene, and the ability to prepare nutritious, hygienic, and quality meals for hospital staff, patients, and visitors.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to the daily menu and food requirements.
• Plan daily food preparation and coordinate with canteen management regarding menu requirements.
• Ensure food is prepared hygienically and served fresh.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, taste, presentation, and portion control.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and personal hygiene guidelines.
• Ensure proper storage, refrigeration, and handling of food ingredients.
• Check the freshness and quality of vegetables, meat, groceries, and other food supplies.
• Monitor kitchen inventory and inform management about stock requirements.
• Minimize food wastage and ensure efficient use of ingredients.
• Supervise and coordinate with canteen workers and kitchen assistants.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen equipment, cooking utensils, work surfaces, and storage areas.
• Ensure proper temperature control during food preparation, storage, and serving.
• Follow hospital policies and applicable food safety regulations.
• Prepare meals according to special dietary instructions when required and authorized by the hospital's dietitian or medical team.
• Report equipment issues, food safety concerns, and supply shortages to the supervisor.
• Perform other kitchen management duties as assigned by hospital management.

Qualifications and Skills

• Relevant culinary training or certification is preferred.
• Previous experience as a chef or cook in a hospital, canteen, hotel, or restaurant is preferred.
• Good knowledge of Indian cuisine and daily meal preparation.
• Knowledge of food hygiene, sanitation, and safe food storage practices.
• Ability to prepare meals in bulk while maintaining consistent quality.
• Good time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to supervise kitchen assistants and work as part of a team.
• Responsible, disciplined, and punctual.
• Willingness to work flexible shifts, including weekends and holidays, as required.

Salary and Benefits

• Salary: As per experience and cooking skills.
• Full-time employment opportunity.
• Professional and supportive work environment.
• Opportunity to contribute to hospital food service operations.

How to Apply

Interested candidates can apply through Indeed or submit their updated resume to Pulse Medi Care Hospital.

Join Pulse Medi Care Hospital and help us deliver hygienic, nutritious, and high-quality meals to our staff, patients, and visitors.

Pay: ₹20,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person