Cook/Chef

Job Description: Hotel Chef / Cook

Job Title: Chef / Cook

Department: Food Production / Kitchen

Job Summary:

The Chef/Cook is responsible for preparing, cooking, and presenting high-quality food in accordance with the hotel's menu, recipes, and established standards. The role involves maintaining food quality, consistency, hygiene, and safety while ensuring efficient kitchen operations and guest satisfaction. The Chef/Cook must work collaboratively with the kitchen team to deliver excellent food and service in accordance with hotel policies and procedures.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook food items according to the hotel's menu, standardized recipes, and guest requirements.
• Ensure all dishes meet the hotel's standards for taste, quality, freshness, portion size, and presentation.
• Carry out food preparation, including washing, cutting, chopping, marinating, seasoning, and portioning ingredients.
• Assist in preparing food for à la carte service and other hotel dining operations.
• Maintain proper food handling, storage, labeling, and temperature-control procedures.
• Follow food safety, personal hygiene, and sanitation standards in accordance with hotel policies and applicable regulations.
• Keep kitchen workstations, utensils, cooking equipment, and storage areas clean and organized.
• Check the quality and freshness of ingredients and report any damaged, spoiled, or unsuitable food items.
• Monitor stock levels, assist with inventory checks, and inform the supervisor when supplies need replenishment.
• Minimize food waste by following correct portion control, storage, and stock-rotation procedures.
• Coordinate with other kitchen team members to ensure timely food preparation and service.
• Follow instructions regarding daily specials, menu changes, dietary requirements, and special guest requests.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and report maintenance issues or equipment malfunctions promptly.
• Assist with receiving and storing deliveries while ensuring proper quality and quantity checks.
• Support menu development, food costing, and kitchen improvement activities as assigned.
• Comply with hotel policies, standard operating procedures, and occupational health and safety requirements.
• Maintain a professional attitude and contribute to a positive, disciplined, and productive working environment.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Previous experience in a hotel, restaurant, or commercial kitchen is an advantage.
• Knowledge of cooking methods, food preparation techniques, and kitchen equipment.
• Understanding of food hygiene, sanitation, and safe food storage practices.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple tasks.
• Good communication, teamwork, and time-management skills.

Key Competencies:

• Culinary and food preparation skills
• Food quality and presentation
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene
• Stock control and waste management
• Teamwork and coordination
• Time management and organization
• Attention to detail
• Professionalism and guest-focused service

Salary & Benefits:

• Salary: ₹25,000
• Training and career growth opportunities.

Interested candidates may contact us at:

• Phone: +91 8157075681
• Hotel Name: Rock Rose Tourist Home
• Location: Ernakulam

Join our team and help us deliver an excellent guest experience!

Pay: ₹25,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Food provided

Work Location: In person