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Head Chef
Woodlands Indian Cuisine
9840 Topanga Canyon Boulevard, Chatsworth, CA
Woodlands Indian Cuisine hiring Head Chef in Los Angeles, CA

Woodlands Indian Cuisine hiring Head Chef in Los Angeles, CA

Head Chef

Woodlands Indian CuisineMore Info

9840 Topanga Canyon Boulevard, Chatsworth, CA
Full Time • Salary ($71k)
Expires: Nov 30, 2026

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Schedule
Days: Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Shifts: Day, Night
Tuesday to Sunday, 5 days a week, including Thursday Dosa Night and weekend lunch and dinner service.

Required Years of Experience

3 years


Job Details
Head Chef — Woodlands Indian Cuisine, Chatsworth
 
Woodlands Indian Cuisine is a 100% vegetarian South Indian restaurant in Chatsworth, open for over 20 years. We are looking for a Head Chef to lead our kitchen.
 
What you will lead:
- Dosa griddle work (masala, Mysore, rava, plain, cheese), idli, medhu vada, uthappam
- Sambar, rasam, chutneys, potato masala, and daily thali curries
- Thursday Dosa Night service and weekend lunch and dinner service
- Running the line during busy service and keeping quality consistent plate after plate, and guiding the kitchen team
 
What we need:
- Experience cooking in a restaurant kitchen, leading a kitchen or a kitchen section
- A solid culinary education in the basics — culinary school training or equivalent formal training preferred
- South Indian cooking experience is a strong plus, not a requirement
- California Food Handler Card (or able to get one quickly)
- Authorized to work in the United States
 
Schedule: Tuesday to Sunday, 5 days a week, including Thursday Dosa Night and weekend lunch and dinner service.
 
Pay: $71,000 a year.
 
To apply: text or call 818-535-6075, or email [email protected]. Tell us about your cooking background. Shortlisted cooks will be invited for a paid trial shift in our kitchen.
 
Woodlands Indian Cuisine, 9840 Topanga Canyon Blvd, Unit A, Chatsworth, CA 91311. Tue–Thu 5–10 PM, Fri–Sun 11:30 AM–3 PM & 5–10 PM, Closed Mondays.

Compensation Details

Compensation: Salary ($71,000.00)


Required Skills

Leadership

Team Management

Quality Control

Time Management

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Creativity in Menu Development

Knowledge of Vegetarian Cuisine

Adaptability to Different Cooking Styles

Communication Skills

Problem Solving Skills

Attention to Detail

Customer Service Orientation

Collaboration With Kitchen Staff

Training and Mentoring Skills

Ability to Maintain Cleanliness and Safety Standards

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Nestled in the heart of the Valley, our restaurant has been a cherished culinary destination for over two decades. We’re dedicated to bringing you an authentic taste of South India, with every vegetarian dish meticulously prepared to honor its traditional origins. Our commitment to delicious, true-to-roots recipes has made us a local favorite, and we’re honored to continue sharing this heritage with you.
Whether you’re joining us for a relaxing lunch or dinner, grabbing a convenient takeout, or enjoying the ease of delivery, you’ll experience the rich traditions that define our cuisine. Beyond our restaurant, we’re renowned for our comprehensive catering services, transforming events with the distinctive taste of South India. A particular highlight is our live dosa station caterings, offering a unique and interactive culinary experience for any gathering. Stop by and experience the authentic flavors for yourself. We’d love to have you!