Unit Chef

About the Company

Pearltri Foods is a fast-growing quick service restaurant business focused on biryani. The company began with its first outlet in Koramangala, Bangalore, in September 2009 and has expanded steadily to more than 32 outlets across Bangalore and Chennai. Backed initially by friends and family and later by institutional funding in 2016, the business now operates a company-owned and company-run model and does not offer franchises.

The organization employs a team of more than 1,300 people and is working toward building a pan-India biryani-led QSR brand.

Role Overview

The Unit Chef will be responsible for day-to-day kitchen operations, food preparation, quality control, hygiene, and consistency in output. This role requires close coordination with the immediate supervisor and the Cluster Chef to support operational needs, events, and service standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee everyday food preparation while keeping standards and product quality consistently high.
• Carry out daily tasks as directed by the immediate supervisor.
• Maintain top-level quality in food production, prep work, and consistency across service.
• Support guest satisfaction by helping manage food quality, operational efficiency, and food costs.
• Adhere to established procedures for preparation, receiving, storage, and sanitation.
• Stay updated on menu items, recipes, production processes, and plating/presentation norms.
• Handle food products carefully to preserve freshness and ensure proper storage practices.
• Use kitchen equipment correctly, keep it in working condition, and escalate any breakdowns or issues.
• Build effective coordination with other departments to keep operations running smoothly.
• Follow hygiene rules, food safety practices, and safe equipment usage at all times.
• Monitor food expiry dates and ensure products are stored appropriately.
• Work with the Cluster Chef each day on requirements and event-related planning.
• Support training and guidance for kitchen staff to improve productivity and motivation.
• Collect daily customer feedback and communicate any issues without delay.

Eligibility

No formal graduation is required for this position.