Location : Vaishali, Ghaziabad Employment Type : Full-time Experience Required : North Indian or Mughlai kitchens Salary Range : Upto 30,000 per month (depending on experience) About Oorja Oorja is a gourmet North Indian cloud kitchen brand focused on clean, soulful, and slow-cooked regional food. We blend premium ingredients, authentic techniques, and modern delivery-first design to offer a fine-dining experience in the comfort of our customers homes. Key Responsibilities Cooking & Execution Prepare high-quality gravies, dal, sabzis, biryanis , and slow-cooked curries with consistency. Operate the tandoor station efficiently: making tandoori roti, naan, kulcha, tikkas, kebabs , etc. Follow SOPs for batch cooking, mise en place, and plating for delivery . Monitor food quality, texture, flavor, and portion consistency before final dispatch. Kitchen Operations Support the Head Chef in managing prep timelines, ticket flow, and service speed . Maintain inventory for curry base, breads, marinades , and critical perishables. Ensure strict adherence to hygiene, FSSAI standards, and kitchen protocols . Collaborate with fellow chefs and commis to maintain workflow in a high-pressure kitchen. Recipe Adherence & Quality Control Execute recipes to spec using pre-defined portion sizes and methods. Taste and adjust seasoning, sauces, and gravies based on SOP. Provide feedback on potential improvements in prep flow or cost optimization. Requirements Proven experience (min. 3 years) in North Indian curry + tandoor cooking . Ability to handle medium-to-high volumes in a cloud kitchen or QSR format. Familiar with batch prep, portion control, shelf life handling , and food labeling. Experience with gas tandoor and flatbread rolling a must. Must be punctual, dependable, and committed to cleanliness and teamwork. Preferred Traits Calm under pressure and thrives in high-rush kitchen scenarios. Understands the importance of taste consistency in a delivery model . Positive team player who can train commis or junior cooks as needed. Familiarity with kitchen checklists, HACCP basics, and FIFO system is a plus. Benefits Staff meals provided Performance bonuses (after 3 months) Growth opportunities as Oorja expands into multiple zones Training in cloud kitchen tools and prep optimization systems

Job description We are launching a thoughtfully curated gourmet North Indian cloud kitchen that celebrates regional recipes, clean cooking. We're looking for a passionate Head Chef to lead the culinary operations, craft exceptional recipes, and uphold high standards of taste, hygiene, and consistency. Key Responsibilities:1. Menu Development & Culinary Leadership Develop standard recipes and plating guides with exact portion control, cook times, and ingredient specs Innovate seasonal, festive, and limited-time menus (e.g., Winter Sarson Special, Summer Mango Thali) 2. Kitchen Operations Lead all back-of-house kitchen activities prep, cooking, quality checks, and timely delivery readiness Maintain 1520 minute dispatch turnaround in peak hours without compromising quality Create an efficient mise-en-place system for gravies, marinades, and tandoori preps 3. Team Management & Training Hire, train, and mentor junior chefs, helpers, and kitchen staff Establish strong SOPs and hygiene standards (FSSAI aligned) Quality, Hygiene & Safety Establish strong SOPs and hygiene standards (FSSAI aligned) Conduct regular tastings, upskilling, and motivation for team excellence Ensure 100% adherence to FSSAI norms, food safety, and HACCP where applicable Supervise inventory rotation, raw material inspection, and kitchen sanitation Conduct daily closing checks and quality audits 5. Cost, Inventory & Vendor Coordination Control food cost and wastage through efficient stock management Maintain par levels and weekly procurement plans Work with the founder or operations head to identify premium ingredient vendors (organic produce, cold-pressed oils, etc.) 6. Collaboration with Brand & Marketing Help shape dish storytelling: provide cultural or personal backstories for key items Participate in social media content shoots (e.g., plating videos, behind-the-scenes) Contribute ideas for limited-edition menus, chef’s picks, or festival specials Desired Qualifications & Skills: 5+ years of experience in North Indian kitchens (preferably fine dining or premium delivery formats) Prior experience as Head Chef or Senior CDP in cloud kitchen or restaurant setup Deep knowledge of North Indian gravies, breads, tandoori, and festive foods Familiarity with clean cooking principles — less oil, natural thickening, home-style prep Strong leadership, multi-tasking, and training skills Basic knowledge of costing, vendor management, and inventory tools Creativity + discipline: ability to innovate, yet run a tight kitchen ship Job Type: Full-time Pay: ₹32,357.99 - ₹50,000.00 per month Supplemental Pay: Performance bonus Work Location: In person Expected Start Date: 27/06/2025