Head Chef

RTC1 Recruitment Services; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 3,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant group in Kuwait is seeking a Head Chef to oversee kitchen operations within an expanding restaurant concept. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in high-end restaurants, strong culinary skills across various cuisines, and a culinary diploma or degree. This role requires effective leadership and management abilities to maintain high standards of food quality and staff performance.

Benefits

Annual airline ticket

Bonus

Qualifications

• At least 5 years in high-end restaurants (South Africa/Eastern Europe preferred).
• Strong in premium cuisine with excellent leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee menu development, food preparation, and presentation.
• Manage, train, and motivate kitchen staff.
• Maintain compliance with food safety and hygiene standards.
• Control inventory, costs, and vendor relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Budgeting

Cost Control

Inventory Management

Education

Culinary diploma/degree

Job description

Position Title:Head Chef

Employment Type:Full Time

Salary: up to 1K KWD depending on experience and qualifications

Benefits:annual airline ticket, and bonus

Job Location:Kuwait

About the Client:

A well-known restaurant group of unique concepts continuously expanding in GCC, headquartered in KuwaitCity,Kuwait

Job Description:

• Oversee menu development, food preparation, and presentation to ensure consistency and excellence.
• Manage, train, and motivate kitchen staff to maintain productivity and quality.
• Maintain strict compliance with food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards.
• Control inventory, costs, and vendor relationships to optimize kitchen efficiency.

Skills

Qualifications:

• At least 5 years in high-end restaurants (South Africa/Eastern Europe preferred), with Italian, American, and Pan-Asian cuisine; previous Head/Executive Chef roles in luxury settings
• Culinary diploma/degree required; HACCP/ServSafe is an added advantage
• Must have a professional portfolio; GCC experience is a plus
• Strong in premium cuisine, well-presented, with excellent leadership and communication skills; proficient in budgeting, cost control, inventory, and kitchen systems