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Head Cook

Manages a professional kitchen and leads the food preparation team.

Any StreamNSQF Level 6
At a glance
Salary range in India
₹1.3L – ₹3.4L/year
Market demand
stable
LowVery High
Minimum qualification
ITI
Work environment
Office / Hybrid / Remote

Your pathway into Head Cook

1
Step 1
NCVT/SCVT ITI trade
2
Step 2
Hotel management diploma
3
Step 3
IHM entrance

Skills you'll need

customer service
Core skill
communication
Core skill
multitasking
Core skill
grooming
Core skill
teamwork
Core skill

Salary breakdown in India

Junior (0–2 yrs)
Entry Level
Mid (2–5 yrs)
Mid Level
Senior (5–8 yrs)
₹1.3L – ₹3.4L/year
Lead / Head
Upper Range

What does a Head Cook actually do?

Manages a professional kitchen and leads the food preparation team.