Chef de Cuisine

Family Assist; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing

Transport

Medical insurance

Job summary

Family Assist in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is seeking a Chef de Cuisine to oversee all aspects of the kitchen, from menu planning to food preparation and presentation. The candidate should lead a team of chefs in a fast-paced environment, bring a strong passion for food, and maintain high culinary standards.

Requirements include proven experience as a chef de cuisine or executive chef in high-end restaurants or hotels, excellent knowledge of culinary techniques, and fluency in English.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a chef de cuisine or executive chef in high-end restaurants or hotels.
• Excellent knowledge of culinary techniques, flavor profiles, ingredients, and presentation styles.
• Ability to lead a team while maintaining a positive work environment.
• Strong communication skills to effectively communicate with kitchen staff, management, suppliers, etc.
• Fluency in English (Arabic proficiency is a plus).
• Indian nationality preferred.

Responsibilities

• Creating and developing new menu items that cater to different tastes and dietary restrictions
• Overseeing all aspects of food preparation, including cooking techniques, portion sizes, plating, and presentation
• Managing the kitchen staff, including training, scheduling, and performance evaluations
• Ensuring that all food safety and sanitation standards are met at all times
• Maintaining inventory levels and ordering supplies as needed
• Managing the kitchen budget and controlling costs without compromising on quality
• Collaborating with restaurant managers to ensure a smooth flow of operations between the kitchen and dining areas
• Conducting regular quality checks on ingredients and final dishes
• Staying updated on industry trends and incorporating them into menu planning

Skills

Fluency in English

Team leadership

Communication skills

Work under pressure

Organizational skills

Job description

Chef de Cuisine

The chef de cuisine is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the kitchen, from menu planning to food preparation and presentation. They must have a strong passion for food and a creative approach to cooking. The ideal candidate will have experience working in high-end restaurants or hotels and be able to lead a team of chefs and kitchen staff. The chef de cuisine must have excellent communication skills and be able to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. They should also have strong organizational skills and be able to manage inventory, budgets, and schedules. This role is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and is open to Indian nationals with fluency in English.

The main responsibilities of the chef de cuisine include but are not limited to:

• Creating and developing new menu items that cater to different tastes and dietary restrictions
• Overseeing all aspects of food preparation, including cooking techniques, portion sizes, plating, and presentation
• Managing the kitchen staff, including training, scheduling, and performance evaluations
• Ensuring that all food safety and sanitation standards are met at all times
• Maintaining inventory levels and ordering supplies as needed
• Managing the kitchen budget and controlling costs without compromising on quality
• Collaborating with restaurant managers to ensure a smooth flow of operations between the kitchen and dining areas
• Conducting regular quality checks on ingredients and final dishes
• Staying updated on industry trends and incorporating them into menu planning

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a chef de cuisine or executive chef in high-end restaurants or hotels
• Excellent knowledge of culinary techniques, flavor profiles, ingredients, and presentation styles
• Ability to lead a team while maintaining a positive work environment
• Strong communication skills to effectively communicate with kitchen staff, management, suppliers, etc.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
• Fluency in English (Arabic proficiency is a plus)
• Indian nationality preferred

Salary: 1700$ per month

• housing
• transportation
• medical insurance