Head Chef – Creative Menus for High-Volume Kitchen

India Abroad; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 53,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

India Abroad in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, seeks a skilled Head Chef to oversee all kitchen operations, develop menus, and ensure top-quality food and safety standards. This role requires strong leadership and the ability to manage inventory and training.

The ideal candidate has proven Head Chef or Executive Chef experience in high-volume settings, with excellent knowledge of cooking methods and cost-control practices. English fluency is required; Arabic is a plus.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Head Chef or Executive Chef in high-volume settings.
• Excellent knowledge of cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures.
• Ability to create unique dishes that balance taste and presentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the kitchen team to ensure smooth operations and high-quality food.
• Create new menus that reflect creativity and cater to customer preferences.
• Oversee food preparation to maintain consistency in taste, presentation, and portions.
• Monitor inventory and place orders for ingredients and supplies as needed.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness per hygiene standards and safety procedures.
• Train new kitchen staff on cooking, safety, and menu items.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations at all times.

Skills

Leadership

Menu development

Food safety

Cost control

English proficiency

Job description

India Abroad in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, seeks a skilled Head Chef to oversee all kitchen operations, develop menus, and ensure top-quality food and safety standards. This role requires strong leadership and the ability to manage inventory and training.

The ideal candidate has proven Head Chef or Executive Chef experience in high-volume settings, with excellent knowledge of cooking methods and cost-control practices. English fluency is required; Arabic is a plus.