Head Chef

EliteHosts; Medina; On-site; SAR 57,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

EliteHosts in Medina is seeking a Head Chef to lead our kitchen and craft menus that showcase Kenyan cuisine. In this full-time role, you will manage operations, train staff, and ensure top quality and safety standards.

You should have at least five years of kitchen leadership in a high-volume setting, strong cost-control skills, and the ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. English-speaking environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience as a chef, preferably in a high-volume restaurant or hotel setting.
• Strong knowledge of Kenyan cuisine and culinary techniques.
• Ability to create unique menus while also catering to dietary restrictions or preferences.
• Excellent leadership skills with the ability to train and motivate staff.
• Strong understanding of food cost control and inventory management.
• Flexible schedule with the ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of the kitchen operations including food preparation, cooking, plating, and presentation.
• Develop creative and innovative menus that showcase Kenyan cuisine.
• Train and supervise kitchen staff to maintain high-quality standards.
• Monitor inventory levels and order supplies as needed.
• Ensure all health and safety regulations are followed at all times.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment.

Skills

Leadership

Menu planning

Staff training

Food cost control

Inventory management

Kenyan cuisine knowledge

Flexible schedule

Job description

Head Chef

Are you a skilled and experienced chef looking for an exciting new opportunity? We are currently seeking a Head Chef to join our team in Medina. Our company specializes in providing authentic Kenyan cuisine to customers, and we are looking for someone who shares our passion for food and culture.

As the Head Chef, you will be responsible for managing the kitchen operations, creating new menus, and training and supervising kitchen staff. You will also be responsible for maintaining food quality standards and ensuring all health and safety regulations are met.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage all aspects of the kitchen operations including food preparation, cooking, plating, and presentation
• Develop creative and innovative menus that showcase Kenyan cuisine
• Train and supervise kitchen staff to maintain high-quality standards
• Monitor inventory levels and order supplies as needed
• Ensure all health and safety regulations are followed at all times
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years experience as a chef, preferably in a high-volume restaurant or hotel setting
• Strong knowledge of Kenyan cuisine and culinary techniques
• Ability to create unique menus while also catering to dietary restrictions or preferences
• Excellent leadership skills with the ability to train and motivate staff
• Strong understanding of food cost control and inventory management
• Flexible schedule with the ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

Salary:

We offer a competitive salary of $1600 per month for this full-time position.

If you are passionate about Kenyan cuisine, have experience as a chef, and possess excellent leadership skills, we would love to hear from you! This is an English-speaking job open to individuals of any nationality who meet the required qualifications.