Sous Chef

About the role

The Postcard Hotel in Udupi is seeking a full‑time Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in delivering high‑quality, locally inspired cuisine. This on‑site position offers the chance to work in a boutique, luxury hospitality environment where creativity and attention to detail are paramount.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise daily kitchen operations, ensuring smooth food preparation and cooking.
• Oversee plating, presentation, and adherence to hygiene, safety, and quality standards.
• Train, mentor, and motivate kitchen team members.
• Monitor inventory, place orders for supplies, and manage stock levels.
• Collaborate with the service team to create memorable dining experiences.
• Contribute to menu development, seasonal specials, and guest‑specific requests.

Required profile

• Strong culinary expertise in both hot and cold kitchen production.
• Experience in menu execution, plating, and presentation.
• Proficiency in kitchen operations, staff supervision, scheduling, and service coordination.
• Solid knowledge of food safety, hygiene regulations, and sanitation best practices.
• Ability to work with local ingredients and craft regionally inspired dishes.
• Formal culinary education or equivalent professional training; food‑safety certifications are a plus.
• Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and holidays with a guest‑centric mindset.

Required skills

• Hot kitchen culinary production
• Cold kitchen culinary production
• Menu execution
• Plating and presentation
• Food safety and hygiene compliance
• Inventory management

What we offer

• Opportunity to work in an experiential boutique hotel with a focus on local cuisine.
• Collaborative team environment and professional growth in luxury hospitality.