South Indian Cook

Job Responsibilities:

• Prepare a wide variety of authentic South Indian dishes such as dosa idli sambar biryani and traditional curries.
  
• Ensure the use of fresh and highquality ingredients maintaining the original flavor and aroma of South Indian cuisine.
  
• Cook and serve meals in a timely manner adhering to the set menu and portion control guidelines.
  
• Monitor the kitchens cleanliness and hygiene ensuring adherence to food safety standards and regulations.
  
• Manage stock levels of ingredients ensuring proper inventory control and avoiding food wastage.
  
• Collaborate with other kitchen staff to ensure smooth kitchen operations especially during peak hours.
  
• Experiment with traditional recipes and suggest new dishes to the menu based on customer preferences.
  
• Maintain kitchen equipment and report any maintenance issues to the management.
  
• Ensure that the kitchen environment is safe organized and compliant with health and safety standards.
  

Essential Qualifications & Skills:

• Experience: 1 to 3 years of experience as a South Indian Cook (home country experience acceptable).
  
• Culinary Skills: Proficiency in preparing a variety of traditional South Indian dishes using authentic spices and methods.
  
• Knowledge of Spices: Strong understanding of South Indian spices and their usage in different dishes.
  
• Food Safety: Knowledge and practice of food hygiene kitchen safety standards and safe cooking practices.
  
• Efficiency: Ability to work efficiently in a fastpaced kitchen especially during busy meal times.
  
• Teamwork: Ability to work well within a team and maintain effective communication with other kitchen staff.
  
• Adaptability: Ability to take initiative adapt to new recipes and continuously improve cooking skills.
  

Additional Criteria:

• Strong physical stamina to handle long hours of standing and working in a hot kitchen environment.
  
• Flexibility to work early mornings late nights weekends and holidays based on kitchen needs.