HEAD CHEF – EMIRATI STREET Food

Description

Luqaimat | The Original is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Head Chef to lead the kitchen operations at our authentic Emirati street-food restaurant located in Rawalpindi/Islamabad. This leadership role involves managing a team of three kitchen staff to deliver traditional Emirati dishes, including Luqaimat, Ragag, Jebab/Chebab, Kunafa, and Arabic coffee. The successful candidate will take full ownership of the kitchen setup, recipe standardization, production processes, staffing, hygiene, and cost control to ensure an exceptional culinary experience that stays true to authentic flavors and quality. With a minimum of three years of professional culinary experience and a strong background in Emirati, Khaleeji, or Arabic cuisine, the Head Chef will be responsible for developing and maintaining standardized recipes, managing inventory and procurement, and leading the kitchen team. This position offers the opportunity for long-term growth and the chance to build a kitchen, team, and menu from the restaurant's launch stage, contributing significantly to the success of a distinctive and culturally rich dining concept.

Responsibilities

• Prepare authentic Emirati street food, desserts, and bakery products with consistent taste and high quality.
• Lead the kitchen and back-of-house operations, ensuring smooth workflow and adherence to health and safety standards.
• Develop and standardize recipes, portion sizes, and presentation to maintain product consistency and authenticity.
• Plan daily production schedules to meet timely order preparation and service requirements.
• Recruit, train, schedule, and supervise kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.
• Manage inventory levels, procurement processes, food costing, and minimize wastage to control operational expenses.
• Establish and enforce kitchen standard operating procedures and food safety protocols to comply with hygiene standards.
• Coordinate with suppliers and restaurant management to ensure the availability of quality ingredients and supplies.
• Support menu development, conduct product trials, and contribute ideas for continuous improvement of offerings.
• Take full accountability for kitchen operations, leading the team to achieve excellence in culinary delivery.
• Monitor kitchen equipment and infrastructure needs, planning maintenance and upgrades as required.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations and standards related to food preparation and workplace safety.
• Create a positive work culture that encourages efficiency, teamwork, and professional growth among kitchen staff.

Experience

3 Years

Apply By

Dec 5, 2026

Required Skills

• Emirati Cuisine And Traditional Recipes
• Kitchen team leadership
• Recipe Standardization And Portion Control
• Inventory and Procurement Management
• Food Safety and Hygiene Management
• Kitchen Operations Management

Nice to Have Skills

• Menu Development
• Cost control and budgeting
• Staff Recruitment and Training