Bedayati Chef

The Kitchen Chef is responsible to lead food preparation at the Bedayati Kitchen.  The Chef will work under the direct supervision of the Kitchen Supervisor.

The incumbent will:

• Prepare and cook a variety of dishes, including breakfasts, mains and desserts,
• Prepare all orders in a timely and consistent manner following Bedayati recipes,
• Ensure that the food is of high quality, and is prepared in full compliance with food safety and hygiene standards,
• Arrange and garnish dishes ensuring good presentation,
• Ensure that kitchen assistants accurately prepare ingredients,
• Research recipes and recommend ideas for new dishes,
• Clean up the kitchen space after cooking meals, ensuring the prep area and kitchen are cleaned and sanitized at the end of each shift,
• Properly store food items at appropriate temperatures,
• Reorder stock and food supplies
• Help organize the food inventory and storage and capture monthly food inventories,
• Assist in cleaning all kitchen equipment and facilities in line with food safety and hygiene standards,
• Train new kitchen assistants as required.

Required Education, Skills & Experience

• A culinary certification or degree from a culinary school,
• At least 5 years professional experience as a cook with good knowledge of food preparation techniques and cooking methods,
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards,
• Ability to research and follow recipes and quickly learn new techniques,
• Fluent in Arabic, at least basic proficiency in English,
• Strong work ethic, a commitment to work excellence, and adherence to Bedayati core values.