Indian Commi 1 chef

Job Title

Commi 1 – Indian Cuisine

Location

Undri, Pune

Job Type

Full-time

Department

Kitchen

Outlet Type

Concept Bar \& Restaurant

Job Description

We are looking for a skilled and reliable Commi 1 – Indian Cuisine to join the kitchen team at a concept bar \& restaurant in Undri, Pune.

The candidate should have hands-on experience in Indian cuisine, including gravies, curries, starters, rice preparations, basic tandoor coordination, mise-en-place, portion control, and live service. The ideal candidate should be disciplined, hygienic, quick during service, and able to maintain consistency in taste and presentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare Indian gravies, curries, starters, rice dishes, accompaniments, and basic Indian preparations.
• Handle daily mise-en-place including cutting, chopping, marination, masala preparation, sauces, and portioning.
• Support smooth kitchen operations during lunch, dinner, and busy bar service hours.
• Maintain consistency in taste, portion size, quality, and presentation.
• Follow standard recipes and instructions from the CDP / Sous Chef / Head Chef.
• Maintain proper storage, labelling, FIFO, and stock rotation.
• Follow hygiene, cleanliness, grooming, and food safety standards.
• Keep the assigned section, workstation, utensils, equipment, and refrigerators clean and organized.
• Inform senior chefs about low stock, spoilage, wastage, or equipment issues.
• Assist in opening, closing, cleaning, and preparation duties.
• Coordinate with other kitchen sections to ensure timely food service.
• Support junior staff or helpers when required.

Candidate Requirements

• Prior experience as Commi 1, Commi 2, Indian Cook, or Kitchen Associate preferred.
• Practical knowledge of Indian cuisine and basic kitchen operations.
• Experience in gravies, curries, starters, rice dishes, and mise-en-place required.
• Knowledge of tandoor or bar-food style Indian starters will be an added advantage.
• Should be comfortable working in a fast-paced restaurant and bar kitchen.
• Must be clean, punctual, disciplined, and team-oriented.
• Willing to work weekends, public holidays, split shifts, and late-night operations.
• Candidate should be currently located in or willing to travel/relocate to Undri, Pune.

Qualification

Minimum 10th / 12th pass.

Hotel management or culinary background preferred but not mandatory.

Pay

₹22,000.00 - ₹25,000.00 per month

Benefits

• Food provided

Application Question(s)

• Do you have prior experience working as Commi 1, Commi 2, Indian Cook, or Kitchen Associate?
• How many years of experience do you have in Indian cuisine preparation?
• Are you comfortable preparing Indian gravies, curries, starters, rice dishes, masalas, and daily mise-en-place?
• Have you worked in a fast-paced restaurant, bar, hotel, or similar commercial kitchen before?
• Are you currently located in or willing to travel/relocate to Undri, Pune and work weekends or late-night shifts if required?

Work Location

In person