Sous Chef

Brand: Mezcalita

Location: Mumbai

Department: Kitchen / Culinary

Reports To: Head Chef / Executive Chef

Role Summary: We are hiring a Sous Chef for Mezcalita, responsible for supporting the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations, ensuring food quality, consistency, and smooth service execution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise daily kitchen operations in the absence of the Head Chef
• Ensure recipes, portioning, and plating are consistent with brand standards
• Manage and train CDPs, DCDPs, and Commis staff
• Monitor food quality, hygiene, and safety (FSSAI) standards
• Assist in inventory management, stock ordering, and vendor coordination
• Control food cost and minimize wastage
• Handle kitchen scheduling and staff allocation
• Support menu execution during new launches or special events

Requirements:

• Diploma/Degree in Culinary Arts or Hotel Management
• Minimum 3 - 5 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in a full-service restaurant/bar
• Strong knowledge of kitchen hygiene, food safety, and inventory practices
• Ability to lead and train a team
• Willingness to work in shifts, including weekends and holidays