Cook

AZAD MITHAI PVT. LTD.

Industrial Catering Division

JOB PROFILE: COOK

Position Title

Cook – Industrial Catering

Department

Azad Caterers / Industrial Catering Division

Reports To

Catering Manager / Unit Head

Location

Client site kitchens / Central production unit, Sanand

& Ahmedabad, as assigned

Employment Type

Full-Time

Working Hours

As per shift roster based on client meal timings;

flexibility on weekends and festivals required

JOB

SUMMARY

The Cook is responsible for preparing high-quality, hygienic, and consistent food in large volumes for industrial catering contracts (factory canteens, corporate messes, and institutional clients). The role requires working within standardized recipes and portion norms, maintaining strict food safety standards, and coordinating with the kitchen team to ensure meals are served on time and to specification.

KEY

RESPONSIBILITIES

•    Prepare food items (rotis/parathas, sabzis, dal, rice, curries, snacks, sweets as applicable) as per the fixed menu cycle and standardized recipes for the assigned client site.

•    Ensure meals are cooked in the correct quantity to match daily headcount, minimizing both shortage and wastage.

•    Maintain consistency in taste, quality, and presentation across all batches and shifts.

•    Follow portion control and costing norms as defined by the Catering Manager.

•    Maintain personal hygiene and food safety standards at all times (uniform, cap, gloves as required).

•    Ensure raw materials are used as per FIFO (first-in-first-out) and report any quality issues with received stock.

•    Keep the cooking area, equipment, and utensils clean and sanitized before, during, and after service.

•    Coordinate with helpers/kitchen staff to ensure timely prep and service, especially during peak meal hours.

•    Report equipment malfunctions, gas/LPG issues, or shortages of ingredients immediately to the Unit Head/Catering Manager.

•    Support inventory checks and indenting of raw materials for the next day's menu.

•    Adhere to all statutory food safety and hygiene requirements (FSSAI norms) applicable to the site.

•    Be available for site rotation or additional shifts during peak demand, events, or staff shortages.

QUALIFICATIONS

& EXPERIENCE

•    2–5 years of experience in bulk/institutional cooking (factory canteen, corporate catering, banquet, or similar high-volume kitchen).

•    Prior experience in Gujarati/Indian vegetarian cuisine preferred, given the nature of Azad Mithai's client base.

•    Basic understanding of food safety and hygiene practices; FSSAI food handler certification is an advantage.

KEY

SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

•    Ability to cook consistently in bulk quantities under time pressure.

•    Strong sense of hygiene, discipline, and cleanliness.

•    Physical stamina to work in kitchen conditions for extended shifts.

•    Team player, able to coordinate with helpers, supervisors, and delivery staff.

•    Basic numeracy for portion and quantity calculations.

•    Punctuality and reliability, since meal timings at client sites are fixed and non-negotiable.

REPORTING

& COORDINATION

The Cook reports directly to the Catering Manager or the on-site Unit Head, and coordinates daily with kitchen helpers, the stores/inventory team, and delivery staff to ensure smooth end-to-end meal service at client locations.

OTHER

TERMS

•    Probation period, salary, and benefits (ESIC/PF applicability) as per company policy — to be confirmed at time of offer.

•    Uniform and safety equipment (apron, cap, gloves) provided by the company.

•    Subject to site-specific client requirements (e.g., security clearance, medical fitness check) where applicable.