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Company Description Habibi’s Cafe & Bistro is a modern Middle Eastern café and bistro located in Hiranandani Estate, Thane, known for bold flavors, high-quality ingredients, and warm hospitality. The menu features Middle Eastern cuisine, all-day dining options, specialty coffee, craft matcha, and a curated selection of craft beers, ciders, and meads. The space is designed as a welcoming environment to meet, eat, unwind, and celebrate throughout the day and evening. Open daily from morning to late night, Habibi’s offers a contemporary café culture with Middle Eastern soul for guests seeking memorable food and beverage experiences.
Role Description The Head Chef is a full-time, on-site role based at Habibi’s Cafe & Bistro in Mumbai. This role oversees the entire kitchen operation, including menu execution, food preparation, plating, and consistent quality control for Middle Eastern and café-style dishes. The Head Chef leads, trains, and schedules kitchen team members, ensuring efficient workflows, adherence to recipes, and high standards of food safety and hygiene. Responsibilities include inventory management, cost control, supplier coordination, and participation in menu development and seasonal specials. The Head Chef collaborates closely with the management team to maintain a smooth service, support guest satisfaction, and uphold the brand’s culinary identity.
Qualifications
- Strong expertise in Middle Eastern cuisine and all-day dining menus, with the ability to develop and refine recipes and presentations.
- Proven experience in leading kitchen teams, including training, scheduling, performance management, and fostering a respectful, inclusive work environment.
- Solid knowledge of food safety, hygiene standards, and kitchen operations, including inventory management and cost control.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume setting while maintaining consistency, quality, and attention to detail.
- Experience collaborating with front-of-house teams to ensure smooth service, timely order execution, and positive guest experiences.
- Strong organizational and communication skills, with proficiency in documenting recipes, processes, and daily production plans.
- Prior experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a café, bistro, or casual dining restaurant; experience in specialty coffee or beverage-focused concepts is an advantage.
- Formal culinary training or certification is preferred; equivalent hands-on experience in professional kitchens will also be considered.
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings, in line with the café’s operating schedule.
Preference: Immediate Joiners
- 📩 Interested candidates can DM on +91 77670 52484 OR
- Send your CVs to contact@masora.in
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