Chef – Traditional Pakistani Cuisine

HRCM.io; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A culinary establishment in the United Kingdom is seeking a qualified Chef specializing in authentic Pakistani cuisine to join their kitchen team. The successful candidate will execute traditional dishes while ensuring high culinary standards and compliance with food safety regulations. Applicants should have significant experience, a current Food Safety Certification, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Staff meals during shifts

Performance-based bonuses

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of professional experience in a commercial kitchen setting specializing in Pakistani cuisine.
• Strong understanding of HACCP and allergen management.
• Fluent in spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook traditional Pakistani dishes.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Train and supervise junior kitchen staff.

Skills

Pakistani cuisine expertise

Food safety compliance

Team-oriented

Education

Level 2 Food Safety & Hygiene Certification

Job description

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Chef who specialises in authentic Pakistani cuisine to join our professional kitchen team. This role is ideal for a culinary professional with a passion for traditional regional flavours including but not limited to Punjabi, Sindhi, Balochi and Mughlai dishes. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining high culinary standards, ensuring food hygiene compliance, managing kitchen stock and contributing to the smooth operation of a busy restaurant.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of traditional Pakistani dishes including tandoori items, curries, biryanis, snacks and breads.
• Plan prep and execute menu items to consistent high standards.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen at all times.
• Monitor and manage stock levels, ordering and waste control.
• Train and supervise junior kitchen staff when required.
• Collaborate with the management team to develop and improve menu offerings.
• Adhere to health & safety protocols and kitchen SOPs.

Requirements

• Minimum 35 years of professional experience in a commercial kitchen setting specialising in Pakistani cuisine.
• Level 2 or above Food Safety & Hygiene Certification (must be current).
• Strong understanding of kitchen safety, HACCP, allergen management and best practices.
• Fluent in spoken and written English; able to communicate effectively with kitchen and front-of-house staff.
• Literacy and numeracy skills required for reading recipes, stock management and writing prep lists or logs.
• Experience with stock control, food cost management and maintaining kitchen records.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional, punctual and team-oriented.

Desirable Skills

• Formal culinary training or certification.
• Multi-regional Pakistani culinary knowledge (e.g. Kashmiri, Hyderabadi street food specialities).
• Experience working in branded or high-volume restaurants.
• Familiarity with food portioning, wastage reduction and profit margins.

We Offer

• A supportive and professional working environment.
• Opportunities for career progression.
• Staff meals during shifts.
• Potential for performance-based bonuses or incentives.

Employment Information

• Employment Type: Full Time
• Experience: years
• Vacancy: 1