Apprentice – Culinary (Kitchen Trainee)

Company Description

Strategically located in the heart of the IT corridor- Novotel Bengaluru Outer Ring Road brings to you different categories of beautiful rooms that are sleek and contemporary designed, full of modern day amenities suitable for your stay. In proximity to numerous IT parks and corporate hubs notably- Ecospace Business Park, Prestige Techpark, Cessna Business Park, Salarpuria Techparks- Novotel Bengaluru Outer Ring Road offers the perfect residence to travelers across the globe.

Nearby to corporate offices- JP Morgan, Accenture, Honeywell, Deloitte and many more along Sarjapur Road and Marathahalli, Novotel Bengaluru Outer Ring Road brings to you seamless benefits of hosting events and conferences in well-equipped meeting spaces. Bengaluru, besides the Silicon Valley of the country, is close to some of the most significant historical and leisure destinations in South India- Mysore, Coorg, Goa, Munnar, Ooty, Pondicherry to name a few among the long list of leisure destinations.

What is in it for you:

• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide for you and your family
• Learning programs through our Academies designed to sharpen your skills
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Planet 21
• Career development opportunities with national and international promotion opportunities.

Why work for Accor?

• We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities.
  By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit  https://careers.accor.com/

Do what you love, care for the world, dare to challenge the status quo! #BELIMITLESS

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Food Preparation & Cooking

• Assist chefs in basic food preparation such as chopping, cutting, peeling, marinating, and portioning.

• Support in preparing mise-en-place for all sections (hot kitchen, cold kitchen, bakery, pastry, etc.).

• Learn and practice cooking techniques as instructed by senior chefs.

• Plate dishes according to restaurant standards under supervision.

Operational Tasks

• Ensure cleanliness of workstations, utensils, and equipment at all times.

• Maintain stock levels by assisting in receiving, storing, and rotating food items.

• Follow recipe cards accurately while preparing any items.

• Assist in buffet setup, live counters, and kitchen operations during peak hours.

Hygiene & Safety

• Follow all food safety guidelines (HACCP) and maintain high hygiene standards.

• Wear proper uniform, PPE, and practice safe handling of knives and kitchen equipment.

• Ensure waste segregation and reduce food wastage.

Learning & Development

• Participate actively in training sessions conducted by the culinary team.

• Shadow chefs to learn techniques, menu planning, and kitchen workflow.

• Develop skills across multiple sections of the kitchen.

Qualifications

• Hotel Management student / recent graduate or Diploma holder

• Prior kitchen internship is an advantage but not mandatory

Additional Information

• Basic knowledge of food preparation

• Eagerness to learn and positive attitude

• Good hygiene practices

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

• Teamwork and discipline