COOK

Food Preparation

• Prepare ingredients for cooking, including chopping vegetables, cutting meat, and marinating.
• Follow standardized recipes and portion guidelines.
• Ensure meals are cooked to the correct specifications and meet quality standards,

Cooking Duties

• Operate a variety of kitchen equipment, such as ovens, grills, fryers, and stovetops.
• Cook and present dishes in an appealing, efficient, and timely manner.
• Adjust cooking techniques based on special requests, dietary needs, or food sensitivities.

Kitchen Maintenance

• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitized kitchen environment in compliance with food safety guidelines.
• Wash utensils, cooking tools, and work surfaces.
• Dispose of waste properly and follow recycling protocols.

Food Safety and Hygiene

• Monitor food storage temperatures and ensure proper stock rotation (FIFO: First In, First Out).
• Adhere to sanitation and health regulations, including handwashing and avoiding cross-contamination.
• Report spoiled or low-quality ingredients to management.

Inventory and Supplies

• Assist in monitoring inventory levels and restocking kitchen supplies as needed.
• Notify the kitchen supervisor of shortages in food and supplies.
• Properly store and label food items for freshness.

Team Collaboration

• Work collaboratively with other kitchen staff, including chefs, sous chefs, and dishwashers.
• Communicate effectively to ensure smooth food preparation and service.
• Train new team members on kitchen operations and safety procedures when required.

Time Management

• Manage cooking timelines to ensure dishes are prepared efficiently during busy hours.
• Prioritize tasks and handle multiple orders simultaneously.

Quality Assurance

• Taste and inspect dishes before serving to ensure quality and consistency.
• Follow presentation standards to ensure visually appealing meals.

Customer Service

• Address customer concerns or complaints related to food quality.
• Adapt dishes to accommodate special requests or dietary restrictions.

Special Projects and Tasks

• Assist with menu development and testing new recipes.
• Participate in kitchen deep-cleaning projects.
• Support management in ensuring smooth kitchen operations.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED2,800.00 - AED3,000.00 per month