Chef Traditional Pakistani Cuisine
Chef Traditional Pakistani Cuisine
Employer Active
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via email
Share
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via email
Job Description
We are seeking a qualified and experienced Chef who specialises in authentic Pakistani cuisine to join our professional kitchen team. This role is ideal for a culinary professional with a passion for traditional regional flavours including but not limited to Punjabi Sindhi Balochi and Mughlai dishes. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining high culinary standards ensuring food hygiene compliance managing kitchen stock and contributing to the smooth operation of a busy restaurant.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare and cook a variety of traditional Pakistani dishes including tandoori items curries biryanis snacks and breads.
Plan prep and execute menu items to consistent high standards.
Ensure compliance with all food safety and hygiene regulations.
Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen at all times.
Monitor and manage stock levels ordering and waste control.
Train and supervise junior kitchen staff when required.
Collaborate with the management team to develop and improve menu offerings.
Adhere to health & safety protocols and kitchen SOPs.
Requirements
Minimum 35 years of professional experience in a commercial kitchen setting specialising in Pakistani cuisine.
Level 2 or above Food Safety & Hygiene Certification (must be current).
Strong understanding of kitchen safety HACCP allergen management and best practices.
Fluent in spoken and written English; able to communicate effectively with kitchen and frontofhouse staff.
Literacy and numeracy skills required for reading recipes stock management and writing prep lists or logs.
Experience with stock control food cost management and maintaining kitchen records.
Ability to work under pressure in a fastpaced environment.
Professional punctual and teamoriented.
Desirable Skills
Formal culinary training or certification.
Multiregional Pakistani culinary knowledge (e.g. Kashmiri Hyderabadi street food specialities).
Experience working in branded or highvolume restaurants.
Familiarity with food portioning wastage reduction and profit margins.
We Offer
A supportive and professional working environment.
Opportunities for career progression.
Staff meals during shifts.
Potential for performancebased bonuses or incentives.
Skills :
Employment Type
Full Time
