Catering Chef - Fast-Paced Kitchen Specialist

Core Cater; Quetta City Tehsil; On-site; PKR 360,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

Core Cater is seeking a Chef to prepare quality meals for its food service operations in Quetta. This role focuses on sound kitchen judgment, consistent food preparation, and ensuring safe, efficient service in a busy catering environment.

The candidate will organize mise en place, follow recipes and portion standards, and maintain high levels of sanitation and food safety. On-site duties and close attention to quality are essential for daily operations.

Qualifications

• Practical cooking skills across a range of dishes and preparation methods.
• Ability to follow recipes, portion requirements, and food presentation standards.
• Knowledge of safe food handling, kitchen hygiene, and sanitation procedures.
• Ingredient preparation, mise en place, and efficient time management during service.
• Awareness of ingredient freshness, stock rotation, and basic kitchen inventory needs.
• Ability to maintain a clean, organized workstation and use kitchen equipment safely.
• Teamwork and clear communication with kitchen and service staff.
• Adaptability, attention to detail, and composure in a fast-paced food service setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook dishes according to established recipes, menus, and portion standards.
• Organize ingredients and daily mise en place to support timely service.
• Maintain food quality, presentation, and consistency across servings.
• Follow food safety, hygiene, and sanitation practices; keep work areas and equipment clean.
• Monitor ingredient freshness and stock levels, and communicate replenishment needs.
• Coordinate with kitchen colleagues to manage preparation schedules and service requirements.
• Assist with menu planning and suggest practical improvements to dishes and kitchen processes.

Skills

Cooking skills

Time management

Team communication

Job description

Core Cater is seeking a Chef to prepare quality meals for its food service operations in Quetta. This role focuses on sound kitchen judgment, consistent food preparation, and ensuring safe, efficient service in a busy catering environment.

The candidate will organize mise en place, follow recipes and portion standards, and maintain high levels of sanitation and food safety. On-site duties and close attention to quality are essential for daily operations.