Cook

Job Title:

Cook (Pakistani Food) – Labour Camp / Company Kitchen

Job Purpose:

To prepare and cook daily meals for labour/staff, specializing in Pakistani cuisine, ensuring food quality, hygiene, and timely service in accordance with company standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook Pakistani dishes (e.g., curries, daal, sabzi, biryani, chapati/roti, paratha, etc.).
• Plan daily menus based on available ingredients and dietary needs of staff.
• Ensure food is prepared in large quantities (batch cooking) for labour/staff meals.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen area at all times.
• Properly store food ingredients and monitor stock levels.
• Follow food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Minimize food wastage and control portion sizes.
• Assist in purchasing groceries and kitchen supplies when required.
• Work in coordination with camp boss/admin for meal timings and staff requirements.

Skills & Competencies:

• Experience in cooking Pakistani food in large quantities (mess or labour camp experience preferred).
• Ability to manage time and work under pressure.
• Knowledge of kitchen hygiene and food safety.
• Teamwork and adaptability.
• Basic knowledge of kitchen equipment operation and maintenance.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum 2–3 years’ experience as a Cook, preferably in labour camps, staff cafeterias, or restaurants.
• Specialization in Pakistani cuisine is a must.
• Basic communication skills in Urdu/Hindi (English/Arabic is a plus).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED1,200.00 - AED1,500.00 per month