Home Cook(Lady) – Live-In (Stay-In)

Tanqeeb; Dubai; On-site; AED 96,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Live-in accommodation

Meal stipend

Job summary

Tanqeeb invites a skilled live-in cook to join a private Dubai household. The role centers on planning and preparing nutritious daily meals while accommodating dietary preferences and restrictions.

You will maintain pristine kitchen hygiene and manage ingredients efficiently, enabling creative, delightful dishes for family occasions. Candidates should have at least two years of private household cooking experience, a food handlers certificate, and a proven ability to handle diverse cuisines.

Qualifications

• Proven culinary ability across multiple cuisines.
• Food handler certification or equivalent.
• Strong menu planning and portion control experience.
• Excellent organization for groceries, inventory, and kitchen upkeep.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare nutritious and delicious daily meals for household members.
• Maintain impeccable kitchen hygiene and prevent cross-contamination.
• Manage grocery shopping and pantry inventory to ensure fresh ingredients and minimize waste.
• Prepare special occasion meals and host catering for family events.

Skills

Culinary skills

Food safety

Menu planning

Organizational skills

Job description

• Plan and prepare nutritious and delicious daily meals, catering to dietary preferences and restrictions of the household members.


• Maintain impeccable kitchen hygiene, including regular cleaning of all appliances, surfaces, and utensils to prevent cross-contamination.


• Manage grocery shopping and pantry inventory, ensuring fresh ingredients are always available and minimizing food waste.


• Prepare special occasion meals and host catering for family gatherings or events, showcasing culinary creativity.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Minimum 2 years of proven experience as a live-in cook or in a similar private household setting, demonstrating consistent performance.




• Possession of a food handler's certification or equivalent, ensuring a strong understanding of food safety protocols.




• Demonstrated expertise in a variety of cuisines, with the ability to prepare diverse and appealing dishes.




• Excellent organizational skills for efficient grocery management, meal planning, and kitchen upkeep.