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InvestorantIndia

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Job description

Job Title : Head Chef – Global Cuisine

Location : Bangalore, India

Job Type : Full-time | On-site

Industry : Hospitality / Fine Dining / Restaurant

Function : Culinary / Kitchen Leadership

Experience Level : Senior (10+ years)

About the Role :

We are seeking a visionary and experienced Head Chef to lead the culinary operations of a new, upscale global cuisine restaurant launching soon in the heart of Bangalore. This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned chef with international experience to shape the restaurant’s concept, design an innovative menu, and lead a high-performance kitchen team from pre-opening through launch and ongoing service.

As the Head Chef, you will be responsible for creating a modern, globally inspired fine-dining experience that draws from European, Pan-Asian, Mediterranean, Latin American, and other world cuisines.

Key Responsibilities :

Design and develop a refined, globally inspired fine-dining menu
Lead and manage day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring quality, consistency, and presentation of all dishes
Recruit, train, and manage kitchen staff, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration
Oversee kitchen layout, equipment planning, sourcing, and all aspects of pre-opening strategy
Collaborate with procurement to source the best ingredients while maintaining food cost targets
Maintain the highest standards of food safety, hygiene, and sanitation
Stay updated on global culinary trends, techniques, and innovations to continuously evolve the menu
Work with front-of-house and management to ensure seamless kitchen-dining room coordination

Required Qualifications :

Minimum 10 years of experience in upscale / fine-dining kitchens

Demonstrated expertise across multiple international cuisines

Strong leadership, mentoring, and team-building skills

Experience with restaurant pre-openings is preferred

Excellent knowledge of kitchen operations, budgeting, inventory control, and vendor management

Passion for culinary innovation, attention to detail, and a high standard of execution

Based in or willing to relocate to Bangalore

Preferred Qualifications :

Culinary degree or formal training from a recognized institution

Experience working in acclaimed restaurants

Familiarity with modern plating, molecular gastronomy, and sustainability practices

What We Offer :

Best in Industry compensation

The chance to lead and shape a restaurant from the ground up

Creative freedom to craft a globally recognized culinary experience

Competitive compensation package

Opportunity to be part of Bangalore’s growing fine-dining movement

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