Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare food according to the café’s menu, recipes and quality standards.
- Handle Veg & Non-Veg food preparation and cooking.
- Maintain consistent taste, presentation and portion size.
- Manage daily kitchen preparation, mise en place and food production.
- Maintain proper hygiene, cleanliness and food-safety standards.
- Monitor food stock, ingredients and wastage.
- Coordinate with waiter, barista and management for smooth service.
- Train and guide junior kitchen staff when required.
- Maintain proper storage of raw materials and cooked food.
- Suggest new dishes and improvements to the menu.
- Control food cost and minimize unnecessary wastage.
- Handle busy hours and high-volume orders efficiently.
Required Skills:
- Strong cooking skills and good knowledge of café/restaurant food.
- Good knowledge of Nepali, Indian, Chinese and continental dishes is an advantage.
- Ability to work independently and under pressure.
- Good kitchen discipline and time management.
- Honest, responsible and punctual.
- Clean and professional working habits.