Chef de Cuisine - Arabic

Ithemba Recruitment- Sourcing Top Talent; Riyad Al Khabra; On-site; SAR 167,400 - 279,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is looking for an experienced Chef de Cuisine in Al-Qassim Province, Saudi Arabia. The role involves liaising with the Executive Chef, training staff, and ensuring high-quality food preparation. Candidates must possess a catering degree, a minimum of 10 years in the catering industry, with at least 5 years as an Arabic Chef in a 5-star environment. This position requires fluency in English and strong interpersonal skills, along with the ability to travel for catering services.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years experience in the catering field.
• 5 years experience as Arabic Chef de Cuisine in a 5-star property or high-end restaurant.
• Portfolio of work required.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with Executive Chef and Sous Chef on operational needs.
• Train staff in Arabic cooking.
• Menu writing with local seasonal produce.
• Monitor kitchen hygiene and cleanliness.
• Supervise kitchen staff and maintain SOPs.
• Travel to properties for catering services.

Skills

Arabic cooking skills

Strong interpersonal skills

English fluency

Education

Catering degree/diploma

Job description

Overview

The positions of Chef de Cuisine require liaising with the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef on all operational needs for the Catering department and ensuring that all Service, Food preparation and production is carried out to the highest standard for the guest total satisfaction, and compliance with ISO & HACCP regulations.

Duties and responsibilities

• Developing your skills in Arabic cooking and training of other staff by leading them and always maintain a positive attitude.
• Willing Hands-on cooking style and leadership.
• Work when and were required within all areas of the catering department.
• Menu writing and preparation, wherever possible with an emphasis on fresh local seasonal produce.
• Food preparation and servicing with an emphasis on quality, freshness and timing.
• Monitor the catering cleaning procedures and hygiene practices, according to HACCP requirements.
• Checking of daily food requisitions and maintaining stock level control to prevent wastage.
• Ensure all necessary mise-en-place is ready prior to service.
• Able to produce a wide range of food styles at any given location (e.g., buffet, plated).
• Always maintain good personal hygiene.
• Ensure all kitchen equipment are well maintained, regularly checked and to report any problems to the department supervisor.
• Report for duty on time and in the correct uniform.
• Ensuring that a high standard of personal hygiene and grooming is adhered to as per standard.
• Supervise kitchen staff to ensure that standard operating procedures (SOPs) are carried out at all time.
• Be willing to travel to properties and residences in Riyadh and throughout Saudi Arabia for extended periods with possible overseas missions as required, to provide catering services to guests.
• Capable of handling all catering matters during the absence of senior chefs, possess strong interpersonal skills and excellent written and spoken English.

Qualifications and experience

• Hold a catering degree/ diploma and a minimum of 10 years experience in the catering field.
• Minimum 5 years experience in Arabic Chef de Cuisine position in a 5-star property, High-end Private Residence or Stared Restaurant
• Portfolio of work is required

Language Requirements

Candidate must speak one of the following native languages as well as be fluent in the English Language: