Indian Chef / Indian Curry Chef (CDP & Senior CDP)

Indian Chef / Indian Curry Chef (CDP \& Senior CDP)

Company

The Divan

Industry

Hotel \& Hospitality

Department

Food Production – Indian Kitchen

Location

Bhubaneswar, Odisha

Job Type

Full-Time

Experience Required

2–3 Years

About The Divan

The Divan is a hospitality brand based in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, with three hotel properties: The Divan, The Divan Skyline, and The Divan Aero Inn. We are committed to delivering quality hospitality, excellent dining experiences, and guest satisfaction.

We are looking for passionate and skilled culinary professionals to join our kitchen team. If you have a passion for Indian cuisine and a commitment to food quality, presentation, and hygiene, we welcome you to join The Divan.

Job Summary

We are hiring culinary professionals for our Indian Kitchen at two levels

• Indian Curry Chef (Chef de Partie)
• Senior Indian Chef (Senior Chef de Partie)

Candidates should have 2–3 years of relevant experience in an Indian kitchen at a hotel, restaurant, or similar establishment. The selected candidates will be responsible for preparing authentic Indian dishes, maintaining food quality, and supporting smooth kitchen operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare Indian dishes, including curries, gravies, dal, paneer dishes, vegetables, rice, biryani, and other Indian specialities.
• Prepare base gravies, masalas, spice mixes, and other kitchen essentials.
• Handle vegetarian and non-vegetarian food preparation according to the hotel menu.
• Maintain consistency in taste, flavour, seasoning, portion size, and presentation.
• Complete mise en place and ensure ingredients are ready before service.
• Manage the assigned Indian kitchen section and ensure timely food preparation.
• Follow standard recipes and menu specifications.
• Monitor ingredient quality, freshness, storage, and stock availability.
• Maintain food safety, personal hygiene, and kitchen cleanliness.
• Follow portion-control guidelines and minimise food wastage.
• Coordinate with the Head Chef, Sous Chef, and other kitchen team members.
• Support and guide junior kitchen staff, as required.

Required Skills

• Practical knowledge of Indian cuisine and cooking techniques.
• Experience preparing Indian curries, gravies, dal, paneer dishes, and traditional Indian specialities.
• Good knowledge of spices, masalas, seasoning, and flavour combinations.
• Knowledge of food presentation and portion control.
• Ability to work efficiently during busy hotel service hours.
• Understanding of food safety and kitchen hygiene.
• Good teamwork, discipline, and time-management skills.
• Kitchen-section management and leadership skills for senior-level candidates.

Eligibility

• 2–3 years of relevant experience in an Indian kitchen at a hotel or restaurant.
• Hotel Management or Culinary Arts qualification preferred.
• Strong practical cooking skills and knowledge of Indian cuisine.
• Ability to maintain food quality, taste consistency, and hygiene standards.

Position Levels

Indian Curry Chef – Chef de Partie (CDP)

• Handle daily Indian curry and gravy preparation.
• Complete mise en place and manage the assigned kitchen section.
• Maintain food quality, taste, and hygiene standards.

Senior Indian Chef – Senior Chef de Partie (Senior CDP)

• Manage the assigned Indian kitchen section.
• Ensure consistent food quality and timely service.
• Coordinate kitchen activities and guide junior team members.
• Support stock management and minimise food wastage.

Salary \& Benefits

• Salary: Negotiable based on experience and skills.
• Employment: Full-time.
• Work location: Bhubaneswar .

Pay

₹18,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month

Benefits

• Food provided

Work Location

In person