Kitchen Chef

DEWAN CONSULTANTS FZ L.L.C; Doha; On-site; QAR 167,000 - 234,000; Full time

Job summary

DEWAN CONSULTANTS FZ L.L.C in Qatar seeks an experienced culinary professional to lead daily kitchen operations, ensure high-quality dish production, and supervise staff across premium restaurant settings. The role focuses on consistency, safety, and efficient service in a fast-paced multicultural environment.

Candidates should have a Diploma or Degree in Culinary Arts, 5+ years of kitchen experience, strong leadership, and a solid grasp of food safety standards, including HACCP.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Culinary Arts preferred.
• 5+ years of professional kitchen experience in premium settings.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and HACCP.
• Experience working in multicultural kitchen environments.
• Leadership and team-management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexible to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily kitchen operations and ensure smooth food production and service.
• Prepare and supervise the preparation of high-quality dishes according to established recipes and presentation standards.
• Ensure consistency in taste, portion size, quality and presentation.
• Supervise, train and motivate kitchen staff to achieve operational standards.
• Coordinate kitchen activities during preparation and service.
• Monitor food preparation, cooking, plating and dispatch.
• Maintain strict food safety, hygiene and sanitation standards.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP and Qatar food safety requirements.
• Monitor stock levels and coordinate with purchasing/store team for replenishment.
• Minimize food wastage through portion control and production planning.
• Check the quality and freshness of ingredients before use.
• Maintain proper food storage labeling and temperature-control procedures.
• Assist with menu implementation, recipe development and daily specials.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Food preparation

Multicultural kitchen

Pressure tolerance

Education

Diploma/Degree in Culinary Arts

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily kitchen operations and ensure smooth food production and service


• Prepare and supervise the preparation of high-quality dishes according to established recipes and presentation standards


• Ensure consistency in taste portion size quality and presentation


• Supervise train and motivate kitchen staff to achieve operational standards


• Allocate duties and coordinate kitchen activities during preparation and service


• Monitor food preparation cooking plating and dispatch


• Maintain strict food safety hygiene and sanitation standards


• Ensure compliance with HACCP and applicable Qatar food safety requirements


• Monitor stock levels and coordinate with the purchasing store team for replenishment


• Minimize food wastage through effective portion control and production planning


• Check the quality and freshness of ingredients before use


• Maintain proper food storage labeling and temperature-control procedures


• Assist with menu implementation recipe development and daily specials where required


• Monitor kitchen equipment and report maintenance requirements promptly


• Control food costs while maintaining the required quality standards

Requirements

• Diploma/Degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent culinary qualification preferred.


• 5+ years of relevant professional kitchen experience, preferably in premium restaurants, hotels, or international hospitality groups.


• Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, kitchen operations, and food safety.


• Experience working in a multicultural kitchen environment.


• Middle Eastern, Lebanese, international, or European cuisine experience is advantageous how ever its open to any national with relevant experience.


• Strong leadership and team-management skills.


• Good communication and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.


• Flexible to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays.