Soy Como Soy is a unique culinary destination in Pune that brings the flavors of Nikkei cuisine—a fusion of Japanese and Peruvian culinary traditions—to the city. The restaurant offers a menu that highlights the best of both worlds, blending fresh seafood with distinctively flavored spices like Aji Amarillo, Aji Panca and more. With a focus on creativity and fresh ingredients, Soy Como Soy provides a dynamic dining experience that celebrates the rich heritage of Nikkei cuisine. Soy Como Soy also won the most sustainable bar in 2023 by 30BestBars.in.

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Roles and Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a menu that showcases Japanese/Nikkei cuisine, including sushi, dim sum, ramen, and other Japanese specialties.
• Experiment with new dishes and flavor combinations using traditional Japanese ingredients like miso, yuzu, and shiso.
• Stay current on culinary trends, particularly in Nikkei, Japanese, and fusion cuisine, and incorporate them into the menu.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring consistent quality and presentation of all dishes.
• Maintain high standards of kitchen hygiene, food safety, and sanitation according to local regulations.
• Train, mentor, and manage kitchen staff, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
• Collaborate with the management team to create seasonal menus, special events, and promotional offerings.
• Monitor inventory levels and work with suppliers to source the best ingredients for Japanese and Peruvian dishes.
• Ensure cost-effective kitchen operations, including managing food costs, portion control, and waste reduction.
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures for food preparation and presentation.
• Lead tastings and presentations for special guests, events, and promotional activities.
• Handle customer feedback related to the food and dining experience, ensuring a high level of guest satisfaction.
• Conduct regular kitchen audits to ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Maintain equipment and facilities, arranging repairs and maintenance as needed.
• Foster a culture of innovation and creativity within the kitchen team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Executive Chef, preferably in Japanese or fusion cuisine.
• Expertise in preparing sushi, ramen, dim sum, and other Japanese dishes.
• Strong understanding of Nikkei cuisine and the ability to create innovative dishes blending Japanese and Peruvian flavors.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Opportunity to work in a creative and dynamic environment.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.

How to Apply: If you are passionate about Nikkei cuisine and have a flair for innovation, please send your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience to falguni@iceberghospitality.com.

Join us at Soy Como Soy and bring your culinary expertise to life!