Head Chef

Tgp International 3; Doha; On-site; QAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

TGP International is seeking an experienced Head Chef in Doha, Qatar to lead the kitchen operations for a Hawaiian street food franchise.

You will oversee food prep, ensure standards, train staff, manage inventory, and maintain HACCP compliance.

Join a dynamic team delivering world-class concepts with a focus on quality, cost control, and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Proven professional experience as a Head Chef or senior kitchen leader.
• Open kitchen experience preferred.
• Understanding of franchised restaurant concepts and standardized recipes.
• Experience with Hawaiian street food, sushi, noodles, tacos, or fried rice is advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of inventory management, ordering, cost control, and waste reduction.
• Certification in food safety or culinary arts preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations across all stations.
• Oversee production kitchen, butchery, and à la carte service.
• Prepare and cook standard menu items per franchise recipes.
• Train and mentor junior cooks.
• Manage multiple stations including sushi, noodles, tacos, and fried rice.
• Train team on knife skills, hygiene, food safety, and kitchen discipline.
• Ensure consistency in taste, portioning, and presentation.
• Monitor inventory levels and place orders.
• Source supplies in line with local market availability.
• Minimise food waste and support cost control.
• Enforce HACCP standards and health regulations.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and organization.

Skills

Head Chef Leadership

Kitchen Operations

Menu Development

Food Safety HACCP

Open Kitchen Experience

Franchised Concepts

Cost Control & Waste Reduction

Staff Training & Mentoring

Culinary Certification

Education

Culinary Certification

Job description

TGP International

WE CREATE, DESIGN AND BUILD AWARD WINNING WORLD-CLASS F&B AND RETAIL BRANDS FOR OUR CLIENTS AND PARTNERS

TGPInternational are a hospitality consultancy based in London and Dubai. We team up with passionate brands, clients and entrepreneurs to make their long‑term vision a reality through concept development, creative interior design, graphic design & branding, franchising, advisory & operational services and project management.

Some of our clients include: Dubai Expo 2020, Marriott, Hilton, Waldorf Astoria, Harrods, Sushi Samba, Adrift Burger Bar, Nakheel Malls, Selfridges, Time Out Market, FIFA World Cup 2022, The National, and Tashas.

Do you have a real passion for food and hospitality? Are you a foodie? Does the idea of creating world‑class restaurants, food halls and F&B excite you?

As the world’s leading hospitality agency, offering an outstanding 360 degree service to our clients, we are constantly striving to be the best and lead the sector in F&B and hospitality consultancy. We need a driven and creative person to join our fun and dynamic team and have a direct contribution and client exposure on some of the world’s leading projects.

Position Overview

We are looking for an experienced Head Chef to lead the kitchen operations for a Hawaiian street food franchise restaurant in Qatar. The role will oversee food preparation, kitchen standards, team supervision, inventory control, and compliance with food safety and hygiene requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the daily operations of the kitchen and ensure smooth service across all stations.
• Oversee the production kitchen, butchery preparation, and à la carte service.
• Prepare and cook standard menu items in line with the franchised concept’s recipes, presentation, and quality standards.
• Supervise, train, and mentor junior cooks and kitchen team members.
• Manage and support multiple stations, including sushi, noodles, tacos, and fried rice.
• Train the team on knife skills, hygiene, food preparation, food safety, and kitchen discipline.
• Ensure consistency in taste, quality, portioning, and presentation across all menu items.
• Monitor inventory levels, manage ordering, and ensure availability of fresh ingredients.
• Source and manage food supplies in line with operational requirements and local market availability.
• Minimise food waste and support cost control to improve kitchen profitability.
• Enforce strict food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards across the kitchen.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP standards and/or local health and safety regulations.
• Maintain cleanliness, organisation, and freshness throughout the kitchen and storage areas.
• Support menu execution, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement within the kitchen.

Requirements

• Proven professional experience as a Head Chef, Sous Chef, or senior kitchen leader in a fast‑paced restaurant environment.
• Experience in an open kitchen setup is preferred.
• Strong understanding of franchised restaurant concepts and standardised recipes.
• Experience in Hawaiian street food, sushi, noodles, tacos, fried rice, or similar casual dining concepts is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation, kitchen operations, and service standards.
• Experience in production kitchen, butchery, and à la carte service.
• Familiarity with the local market in Qatar, including sourcing and supplier management.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Ability to train, guide, and motivate junior kitchen staff.
• Strong knowledge of inventory management, ordering, cost control, and waste reduction.
• Excellent understanding of food safety, hygiene, sanitation, and HACCP standards.
• Certification in food safety, culinary arts, or a related field is strongly preferred.