Continental Chef

CONTINENTAL CHEF

Department

Kitchen

Position

Continental Chef

Reports To

Sous Chef / Executive Chef

Location

Olegio Restaurant & Bakery

Employment Type

Full-Time

Position Summary

The Continental Chef is responsible for preparing high-quality European and Continental cuisine according to Olegio’s recipes, presentation standards, food-safety requirements, and portion-control guidelines.

The chef must maintain consistency in taste, presentation, hygiene, and preparation while supporting the kitchen team during daily operations and busy service periods.

Key Responsibilities

Food Preparation & Cooking

• Prepare Continental and European dishes according to approved Olegio recipes and standards.
• Handle meat, poultry, seafood, vegetables, sauces, soups, pasta, rice, and other ingredients correctly.
• Prepare mise en place before each service.
• Ensure proper cooking temperatures, seasoning, texture, and presentation.
• Maintain consistency in every plate served to guests.
• Follow portion sizes and plating specifications.

Menu & Recipe Standards

• Follow standard recipe cards and preparation procedures.
• Maintain proper portion control to reduce food cost and wastage.
• Assist the Sous Chef/Executive Chef with new dishes and menu development.
• Report ingredient shortages, quality problems, or recipe issues immediately.

Kitchen Operations

• Maintain an organised and efficient workstation.
• Coordinate with Commis Chefs, CDPs, and kitchen stewards during service.
• Ensure mise en place is completed before opening and service.
• Support other kitchen sections when required.
• Work efficiently during peak periods while maintaining quality.

Food Safety & Hygiene

• Follow FSSAI and company food-safety requirements.
• Maintain personal hygiene and proper kitchen uniform.
• Prevent cross-contamination.
• Ensure correct food storage, labelling, dating, and FIFO procedures.
• Maintain correct refrigerator and freezer practices.
• Keep the workstation clean throughout the shift.

Stock & Cost Control

• Check ingredient quality before use.
• Minimise food wastage and unnecessary preparation.
• Inform the Sous Chef about low-stock ingredients.
• Use ingredients according to FIFO.
• Assist with daily kitchen inventory when required.
• Protect company equipment, ingredients, and property.

Required Skills

• Good knowledge of Continental/European cuisine.
• Knowledge of French, Italian, Mediterranean, and modern Continental cooking is an advantage.
• Strong understanding of sauces, stocks, soups, pasta, meat, poultry, and seafood preparation.
• Good knife skills.
• Good plating and presentation skills.
• Ability to follow standard recipes accurately.
• Ability to work under pressure during busy service.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum 2–4 years of relevant Continental/European kitchen experience.
• Hotel, fine-dining, premium restaurant, or European restaurant experience preferred.
• Culinary qualification is an advantage.
• Knowledge of professional kitchen equipment and food-safety procedures.

Personal Attributes

• Professional and disciplined.
• Punctual and reliable.
• Clean and organised.
• Team-oriented.
• Willing to learn and improve.
• Respectful towards colleagues and management.
• Able to maintain composure during busy service.

Performance Standards

The Continental Chef will be evaluated on

• Food quality and consistency
• Taste and presentation
• Speed of service
• Food wastage
• Portion control
• Hygiene and food safety
• Mise en place readiness
• Teamwork
• Guest feedback
• Compliance with Olegio recipes and SOPs

Working Conditions

• Full-time kitchen position.
• Shift-based duty according to the restaurant roster.
• Must be available during weekends, holidays, and peak restaurant periods as scheduled.
• Requires prolonged standing and working in a professional kitchen environment.

Pay

₹9,206.84 - ₹37,438.84 per month

Benefits

Cell phone reimbursement

Flexible schedule

Food provided

Health insurance

Provident Fund

Work Location

In person