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Executive Chef / Head – Central Kitchen

Executive Chef / Head – Central Kitchen

The Pizza Bakerykolhapur, India
1 day ago
Job description

Company Description

The Pizza Bakery, founded in 2017, brings the authentic flavors of Naples to India with 48-hour fermented sourdough, hand-stretched Napoli-style pizzas, and wood-fired cooking in a custom-built brick oven. Known for its dedication to preserving century-old European cooking methods, the restaurant uses premium ingredients from India and Europe to craft its dishes. Alongside its signature pizzas, The Pizza Bakery offers a range of authentic European dishes. The brand has expanded with multiple locations across Bangalore and Colombo, delivering a premium dining experience to its customers.

Location : Bengaluru

Experience Required : Minimum 12 years in large-scale food production, preferably with Compass Group, Taj SATS, or similar high-volume culinary environments

Responsibilities

Strategic Kitchen Operations

  • Lead end-to-end operations of the central kitchen serving multiple outlets or clients
  • Design and implement scalable production systems for consistent quality and efficiency
  • Optimize workflows using lean kitchen principles and automation tools

Culinary & Quality Excellence

  • Standardize recipes and production methods across cuisines and formats
  • Ensure adherence to international food safety standards (HACCP, ISO, FSSAI)
  • Conduct regular quality audits and taste panels to maintain excellence
  • Team & Talent Management

  • Manage a team of 100+ kitchen staff including chefs, supervisors, and support crew
  • Drive training programs focused on hygiene, culinary skills, and operational discipline
  • Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement
  • Procurement & Cost Control

  • Collaborate with procurement teams to source ingredients at optimal cost and quality
  • Monitor inventory, wastage, and yield to maintain profitability
  • Implement ERP systems for real-time tracking and reporting
  • Cross-Functional Leadership

  • Liaise with logistics, supply chain, and outlet managers to ensure seamless distribution
  • Partner with R&D and marketing teams for new product development and launches
  • Represent the kitchen in meetings, audits, and strategic planning sessions
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