Chef Cook - Multiple Cuisines (Immediate Start) - Bahria Town

Chef / Cook Needed for a restaurant serving Multiple Cuisines

Location: Bahria Town, Lahore
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Restaurant Owner / Operations Manager

Role Overview

We are looking for a skilled and experienced Multi-Cuisine Chef to lead our kitchen operations. The ideal candidate has a strong command over a variety of cuisines, can manage multiple menus simultaneously, and thrives in a fast-paced, delivery-focused environment. You'll be responsible for maintaining food quality, developing new recipes, and ensuring every order leaves the kitchen on time and on point.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute dishes across multiple cuisines including but not limited to Fast Food, Fried Food, Italian, Greek, Chinese, Continental, BBQ, and Middle Eastern.
• Manage simultaneous order flow from multiple delivery platforms (foodpanda, Careem, etc.) while maintaining speed and quality.
• Develop, standardize, and document recipes with exact measurements to ensure consistency across all shifts and team members.
• Create new menu items and limited-time offerings based on market trends, customer feedback, and seasonal availability.
• Ensure proper plating, portioning, and packaging standards for delivery — food must travel well and look great on arrival.
• Manage daily kitchen operations including prep schedules, station assignments, and workflow optimization.
• Oversee inventory management, minimize food waste, and coordinate with suppliers for timely procurement.
• Train and mentor junior kitchen staff on recipes, techniques, hygiene, and delivery packaging.
• Maintain strict food safety and hygiene standards in compliance with Punjab Food Authority (PFA) regulations.
• Monitor customer reviews and ratings on delivery platforms and take corrective action where needed.

Requirements

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience as a chef, with proven expertise in cooking multiple cuisines.
• Hands-on experience working in a kitchen or high-volume delivery-focused kitchen setup.
• Strong knowledge of flavor profiles, cooking techniques, and ingredient sourcing across different cuisines.
• Ability to manage and execute multiple brand menus from a single kitchen simultaneously.
• Excellent time management — capable of handling high order volumes during peak hours without compromising quality.
• Understanding of delivery packaging best practices (temperature retention, presentation, leak prevention).
• Knowledge of kitchen hygiene, food storage, and safety practices in line with PFA standards.
• Good leadership, team management, and communication skills.

Preferred / Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with fried chicken preparation is a strong plus,
• Culinary diploma or food safety certification (PFA FSTL-I/II or equivalent) is a plus.
• Ability to adapt recipes for cost optimization without sacrificing taste or quality.

Mandatory Compliance

All kitchen staff will be required to meet the following Punjab Food Authority (PFA) requirements:

• Medical Screening — clearance for communicable diseases (Hepatitis B/C, TB, etc.) through a PFA-approved facility.
• Food Safety Training — FSTL-I certification at minimum; FSTL-II preferred for this role.
• Valid CNIC and up-to-date health/hygiene card.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience and skill level
• Meal allowance during shifts
• Opportunity to build and shape new food brands from the ground up
• Creative freedom to design menus and experiment with new recipes

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Rs37,000.00 - Rs60,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

• Which cuisines can you cook with strong expertise?