Chef

The Café Chef is responsible for managing all kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality food preparation, maintaining hygiene standards, and developing creative menu items that align with the café’s brand vision. This role involves hands-on cooking, team leadership, cost control, and innovation in breakfast and brunch offerings.

Key Responsibilities

1. Kitchen Operations & Food Quality

• Prepare, cook, and present menu items according to the café’s recipes and standards.
• Ensure consistency in taste, portion, and presentation.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations (Dubai Municipality standards if in UAE).

2. Menu Development ( not mandatory )

• Develop and test new dishes, seasonal specials, and combos aligned with the café’s concept.
• Collaborate with management to update menus based on trends, feedback, and profitability.
• Optimize ingredient sourcing and usage to maintain food quality within budget.

3. Team Management

• Train and supervise kitchen staff to ensure efficiency and consistency.
• Maintain a positive, collaborative work environment.
• Schedule kitchen shifts and ensure timely service during peak hours.

4. Cost Control & Inventory

• Manage stock levels, ordering, and supplier coordination.
• Track food costs, wastage, and implement portion control systems.
• Support management in achieving target food cost percentages.

5. Customer Experience

• Ensure orders are prepared accurately and served fresh.
• Support front-of-house team during busy periods.
• Uphold the café’s reputation for speed, quality, and taste.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Chef, Sous Chef, or Head Cook (café/restaurant background preferred).
• Strong knowledge of breakfast, brunch, and café-style cuisine.
• Certification in Food Safety & Hygiene.
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Preferred Skills

• Creative flair for menu presentation and food styling.
• Understanding of modern food trends, healthy and grab-and-go concepts.
• Experience with costing, stock management software, or POS systems.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED2,500.00 - AED3,500.00 per month