Executive Chef - Pakistani Cuisine (Contract)

Want More; Jizan; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Want More in Jizan, Saudi Arabia is seeking an Executive Chef specialized in Pakistani cuisine to lead all kitchen operations on a contract basis. You will design menus, oversee food preparation, and manage the kitchen team to deliver consistent, high‑quality dishes.

The ideal candidate has at least five years as an Executive Chef in a high‑volume setting, deep knowledge of Pakistani cooking techniques, strong leadership, and excellent English communication to coordinate with staff and suppliers

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience as an Executive Chef in a high-volume restaurant or hotel setting
• Extensive knowledge of Pakistani cuisine and cooking techniques
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate a team
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Fluent in English with strong communication skills

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain menus featuring authentic Pakistani dishes, while also incorporating local flavors and ingredients
• Manage all aspects of food production to ensure high quality standards are met
• Oversee kitchen staff, including training, scheduling, and performance evaluations
• Maintain inventory levels and order supplies as needed
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
• Monitor food costs and work to maintain budget goals

Skills

Leadership

Menu planning

Cost control

Staff management

Quality assurance

English communication

Job description

Executive Chef - Pakistani Cuisine (Contract)

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Executive Chef specializing in Pakistani cuisine to join our team on a contract basis in Jizan, Saudi Arabia. As the Executive Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the kitchen operations, including menu planning, food preparation, and managing kitchen staff.

Key responsibilities:

• Create and maintain menus featuring authentic Pakistani dishes, while also incorporating local flavors and ingredients
• Manage all aspects of food production to ensure high quality standards are met
• Oversee kitchen staff, including training, scheduling, and performance evaluations
• Maintain inventory levels and order supplies as needed
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
• Monitor food costs and work to maintain budget goals

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years experience as an Executive Chef in a high-volume restaurant or hotel setting
• Extensive knowledge of Pakistani cuisine and cooking techniques
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate a team
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Fluent in English with strong communication skills

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Executive Chef looking for a new challenge in a diverse culinary environment. If you have a passion for Pakistani cuisine and can thrive in a fast-paced kitchen setting, we would love to hear from you. This is a contract position with competitive compensation. Preference will be given to candidates with Pakistani nationality.