Head Chef

Job Description

HEAD CHEF

The Ramgarh Estate | Ramgarh, Uttarakhand

Position: Head Chef
Location: Ramgarh, Uttarakhand
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience: 4–6 years preferred
Accommodation: Provided on-site
Joining: Immediate / Negotiable

About The Ramgarh Estate

The Ramgarh Estate is a boutique homestay nestled in the hills of Ramgarh, Uttarakhand, offering guests a peaceful, intimate stay surrounded by nature.

We are looking for a passionate and experienced Head Chef who can lead our kitchen, maintain high standards of food quality, and create memorable dining experiences for our guests.

Key Responsibilities

1. Take complete ownership of the kitchen and daily food operations.
2. Plan and prepare high-quality meals for in-house guests.
3. Design and regularly update menus based on guest preferences, seasonality, and locally available ingredients.
4. Have strong knowledge of Indian, North Indian, Continental and basic international cuisines.
5. Maintain consistent taste, presentation, portion control, and food quality.
6. Manage kitchen inventory, procurement, storage, and minimize food wastage.
7. Coordinate with local suppliers and ensure the freshness and quality of ingredients.
8. Maintain high standards of kitchen hygiene, cleanliness, and food safety.
9. Train, supervise, and manage kitchen helpers and other culinary staff.
10. Plan meals according to occupancy and special guest requirements.
11. Handle special requests, dietary preferences, and customized meals when required.
12. Control food costs while maintaining quality.
13. Ensure smooth kitchen operations during busy periods, weekends, and peak seasons.
14. Take responsibility for kitchen equipment, cleanliness, and maintenance.

Candidate Requirements

2–4 years of professional culinary experience, preferably in a boutique hotel, resort, homestay, villa, or premium restaurant.
Strong command of Indian and North Indian cuisine.
Knowledge of Continental cuisine will be an advantage.
Experience in menu planning and kitchen management.
Good understanding of food costing, portion control, and inventory management.
Strong leadership and team-management skills.
Ability to work independently and take ownership of the kitchen.
Passion for cooking and presentation.
Good communication skills and a guest-first attitude.
Ability to work in a hill-station environment and stay on the property.

What We Offer

1.Competitive salary based on experience and skill.
2.On-site accommodation.
3.Meals during working hours.
4.A peaceful work environment in the hills of Ramgarh.
5.Opportunity to take ownership of the culinary experience at a boutique property.
6.Scope to develop menus using fresh, seasonal and locally sourced ingredients.

Ideal Candidate

1.We are looking for someone who is more than just a cook—a chef who takes pride in the entire dining experience, understands hospitality, maintains consistency, and is excited about creating a distinctive food identity for The Ramgarh Estate.

To Apply

Interested candidates can share their CV and a brief introduction through:

Email: vanshajkhanna877@gmail.com
Contact: +91 97177 98946

The Ramgarh Estate
Ramgarh, Uttarakhand