Menu Planning: Developing menus that showcase authentic South Indian cuisine while also incorporating modern twists and variations to appeal to diverse tastes. Recipe Development: Creating and testing new recipes for South Indian dishes, experimenting with different ingredients, flavors, and cooking techniques to achieve the desired taste and presentation. Ingredient Selection: Sourcing fresh, high-quality ingredients for use in South Indian cooking, including spices, grains, vegetables, seafood, and meats. Food Preparation: Preparing and cooking South Indian dishes according to traditional recipes and methods, including dosas, idlis, vadas, sambar, rasam, biryanis, curries, chutneys, and more. Spice Blending: Mastering the art of blending spices to create the unique flavor profiles that are characteristic of South Indian cuisine. This includes using a variety of spices such as mustard seeds, curry leaves, cumin, coriander, turmeric, fenugreek, and chili peppers. Cooking Techniques: Demonstrating proficiency in various cooking techniques used in South Indian cuisine, such as tempering (tadka), frying (vadagam), steaming (idli), fermenting (dosa batter), and simmering (sambar). Presentation: Paying attention to presentation and plating techniques to create visually appealing dishes that showcase the vibrant colors and textures of South Indian cuisine. Hygiene and Safety: Adhering to strict hygiene and safety standards in the kitchen, including proper food handling, storage, and sanitation practices to prevent contamination and ensure food safety. Team Leadership: Leading and supervising kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations and efficient workflow in a busy kitchen environment. This includes delegating tasks, providing guidance, and fostering teamwork. Continuous Learning: Keeping up-to-date with culinary trends, techniques, and innovations in South Indian cuisine by attending workshops, seminars, and training sessions, and experimenting with new ingredients and recipes. Customer Interaction: Interacting with customers to understand their preferences, accommodate special requests, and receive feedback on the quality and presentation of South Indian dishes. Passion for South Indian Cuisine: Demonstrating a genuine passion for South Indian cuisine and a commitment to preserving its authenticity while also being open to innovation and creativity in the kitchen.