Cook/Chef

About the Requirement

Pradhan Industries is currently inviting applications for the position of Cook to manage day-to-day meal preparation for our staff colonies at Lakshmipur and Bandhamandi graphite beneficiation plants. Each site has around 30–70 plant personnel residing or working on-site. We are looking for a dedicated, clean, and health-conscious cook who can manage daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner preparation, using less oil, low spice, and locally preferred Odia-style meals.

This position is very important for maintaining staff health and satisfaction. Preference will be given to cooks who are familiar with traditional Odia delicacies, simple vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes, and who understand the routine and food habits of industrial workers.

Key Job Responsibilities

Meal Preparation

• Cook daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner for 30–50 people.
• Prepare simple, healthy, and non-spicy meals using local ingredients.
• Serve food on time as per plant schedules (breakfast by 7:00 AM, lunch by 12:30 PM, dinner by 8:00 PM).
• Ensure food is warm, hygienic, and properly cooked without excess oil or masala.

Menu Planning

• Prepare weekly menu in consultation with Plant In-charge or Office staff.
• Include basic Odia delicacies like dalma, saga bhaja, santula, arua / tomato khatta, machha tarkari (optional), boiled egg curry, chicken curry, etc.
• Must be comfortable with both vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes.
• Should maintain variation in taste and variety while keeping food healthy and simple.

Kitchen Management

• Maintain a clean and hygienic cooking space.
• Store raw materials properly, monitor daily usage, and reduce wastage.
• Maintain inventory of rations like rice, dal, vegetables, oil, spices, etc.
• Coordinate with mess in-charge or storekeeper for timely purchase of vegetables and essentials.

Serving and Clean-Up

• Ensure food is served timely and utensils are washed or coordinated with helper (if available).
• Keep utensils, gas stove, and storage area clean.
• Maintain discipline and avoid arguments with staff or workers.

Special Occasions

• Prepare special meals during festivals, birthdays, or guest visits with prior instruction.
• Should be flexible during production surge days or late shifts.

Preferred Qualifications & Traits

• Should be from Odisha or nearby region and know Odia home-style cooking.
• Prior experience of cooking for industrial canteen, mess, or staff colony is preferred.
• Must be sincere, disciplined, honest, and maintain cleanliness.
• Should not be alcoholic.
• Able to handle large quantity cooking (up to 50 persons or more) without compromising on quality.
• Should be non-alcoholic and maintain proper behavior with all staff members.
• Basic knowledge of ration planning, stock usage, and time management.
• If available with a helper / wife, that can be considered for joint food / mess responsibility.

Accommodation & Facilities

• Free accommodation (shared) may be provided inside the staff colony (Lakshmipur or Bandhamandi).
• Separate kitchen space with utensils, gas connection, and ration support will be provided.
• Salary is negotiable and will be revised yearly based on performance.
• Additional support (monthly ration budget or helper) may be provided depending on scale.

Work Timings

• Morning Shift: 5:30 AM to 9:00 AM (Breakfast)
• Midday Shift: 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM (Lunch)
• Evening Shift: 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM (Dinner)
• Rest time in between, and weekly rest may be allowed depending on arrangements.

Contact Number: +91-70778-05666

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹12,000.00 - ₹20,000.00 per month

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift
• Night shift
• Rotational shift

Supplemental Pay:

• Overtime pay
• Yearly bonus

Work Location: In person