Head Chef

Cála is seeking a disciplined and visionary Head Chef to lead the culinary direction of one of Karachi's most ambitious experiential dining concepts.
This role goes beyond running a kitchen.
It requires someone capable of building systems, leading a brigade, and executing cuisine with intellectual depth and precision.
You will be responsible for:
Leading all kitchen operations and brigade management
Menu development aligned with Cála's narrative-driven concept
Food cost discipline and kitchen operational efficiency
Maintaining the highest standards of technique, hygiene, and presentation
Training and developing the culinary team
You must:
Have proven leadership experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef
Possess strong technical culinary foundations and discipline
Understand food costing, inventory control, and kitchen systems
Important: Along with your CV, please include a short paragraph describing your cooking philosophy, how you think about food, ingredients, and the role of cuisine in shaping a dining experience.

Application Question(s):

• Your Cooking Philosophy, the role of cuisine in shaping a dining experience

Experience:

• Sous Chef/Head Chef: 8 years (Required)

Language:

• ENGLISH? (Required)

License/Certification:

• HACCP (Required)
• Food Costing/Yield Analysis Practice (Required)

Location:

• Karachi (Required)

Work Location: In person