Chef

Job Title: Chef

Location: Zenia Mist Valley, Fagu / Shimla

Company: Zenia Hospitality

About Us

Zenia Mist Valley is a hospitality property located in the hills of Fagu, offering quality stays, scenic views, and a comfortable guest experience. We are looking for a skilled, disciplined, and creative Chef who can manage the kitchen efficiently and deliver fresh, hygienic, and tasty food consistently.

Role Overview

The Chef will be responsible for the complete kitchen operations at Zenia Mist Valley, including food preparation, menu execution, hygiene standards, stock control, kitchen discipline, and guest satisfaction through quality food.

This role requires someone who is hands-on, dependable, and capable of handling both day-to-day orders and special requirements for hotel guests, group bookings, events, and in-house dining.

Key Responsibilities

1. Food Preparation & Service

Prepare and cook meals as per the menu and guest requirements

Ensure food is served fresh, on time, and with consistent quality

Handle breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, and room service orders efficiently

Maintain taste, presentation, and portion consistency

2. Menu Execution & Planning

Execute the menu for the hotel and in-house restaurant/cafe

Suggest new dishes, seasonal items, and guest-friendly additions

Prepare suitable menus for regular guests, group stays, corporate bookings, and small events

Understand basic Indian, North Indian, Chinese, tandoor, snacks, and simple continental preparations if required

3. Kitchen Operations

Manage day-to-day kitchen activities independently

Ensure proper preparation before service hours

Maintain smooth coordination with service staff and management

Plan work efficiently to avoid delays during peak timings

4. Hygiene & Cleanliness

Maintain high standards of kitchen cleanliness and food hygiene

Ensure proper storage of raw materials, dairy, vegetables, meat, and cooked food

Keep all utensils, counters, cooking equipment, and kitchen areas clean and organized

Follow hygiene and safety procedures at all times

5. Inventory & Stock Management

Monitor kitchen stock, ingredients, and supplies

Inform management about daily and weekly purchase requirements

Reduce wastage and control food costs

Check quality and freshness of raw materials before use

6. Guest Satisfaction

Prepare food as per guest taste preferences where possible

Handle special requests carefully and professionally

Ensure quality food contributes positively to guest reviews and overall hotel experience

7. Teamwork & Discipline

Coordinate well with hotel staff, housekeeping, and management

Maintain discipline, punctuality, and cleanliness in the workplace

Support smooth operations during busy days, group bookings, or events

Required Skills & Qualifications

Experience as a Chef / Cook / Commis / Hotel Cook / Restaurant Cook

Good knowledge of kitchen operations and food hygiene

Ability to prepare quality Indian and multi-cuisine food

Ability to work independently in a hotel kitchen setup

Good time management and discipline

Honest, reliable, and responsible in day-to-day work

Preferred Candidate Profile

Prior experience in hotel kitchens, resorts, guest houses, cafes, or restaurants

Experience handling breakfast service and regular guest meal orders

Ability to manage kitchen stock and basic costing awareness

Candidates from hospitality backgrounds in hill stations or travel destinations will be preferred

Working Style We Expect

Clean and hygienic

Fast but careful

Consistent in taste and quality

Calm under pressure

Respectful and disciplined

Serious about guest satisfaction

KPIs / Performance Expectations

Food quality and taste consistency

Timely preparation and service

Kitchen hygiene and cleanliness

Low wastage and proper stock management

Positive guest feedback on food

Discipline and reliability in operations

Salary

As per experience and capability

How to Apply

Interested candidates can share their resume, work experience, and details of cuisines handled.

Candidates with hotel, resort, or restaurant kitchen experience will be preferred.