Chef for Pakistani Kitchen

Job Title: Chef for Pakistani Kitchen
Company: Zenith Crown Suites
Location: Bahria Town Phase 8, Business District, Rawalpindi
Salary: PKR 60,000 – 70,000 per month
Experience: 5–7 years

About Zenith Crown Suites

Zenith Crown Suites is a 4-star luxury hotel apartment located in Bahria Town Phase 8, Rawalpindi. We are committed to providing guests with high-quality food, professional service, and an exceptional dining experience. We are seeking an experienced and skilled Chef for Pakistani Kitchen to prepare authentic Pakistani cuisine while maintaining consistent quality, taste, hygiene, and presentation.

Job Summary

The Chef for Pakistani Kitchen will be responsible for the preparation and cooking of a wide range of traditional Pakistani dishes, ensuring authentic taste, consistent quality, proper presentation, and timely service. The successful candidate should have strong knowledge of Pakistani cuisine and be capable of working efficiently in a professional hotel kitchen.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a wide variety of traditional Pakistani dishes, including curries, BBQ, karahi, handi, biryani, pulao, daal, vegetables, and other local specialties.
• Maintain authentic taste, quality, consistency, and presentation of all Pakistani dishes.
• Prepare ingredients, marinades, sauces, gravies, and other mise en place required for daily operations.
• Follow standardized recipes and portion-control procedures.
• Ensure food is prepared and served according to hotel quality standards.
• Monitor cooking times, temperatures, seasoning, and presentation.
• Assist in developing and improving Pakistani food menus in coordination with the Head Cook and management.
• Maintain proper food storage, handling, and labeling procedures.
• Monitor ingredient usage and help minimize food waste.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of the kitchen, cooking equipment, utensils, and workstations.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and health regulations at all times.
• Coordinate with the Head Cook and other kitchen staff to ensure smooth and timely food service.
• Assist in managing kitchen requirements and inform the supervisor of shortages or quality issues.
• Train and guide junior kitchen staff in the preparation of Pakistani dishes when required.
• Perform other kitchen duties assigned by the Head Cook or management.

Requirements

• 5–7 years of professional experience in Pakistani cuisine.
• Previous experience in a hotel, restaurant, banquet, or high-volume kitchen is preferred.
• Strong practical knowledge of traditional Pakistani cooking techniques.
• Excellent skills in preparing curries, BBQ, karahi, handi, biryani, pulao, daal, vegetables, and other Pakistani specialties.
• Ability to maintain consistent taste and quality in high-volume food production.
• Good knowledge of food hygiene, sanitation, and safe food-handling practices.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure during busy service periods.
• Good teamwork, discipline, punctuality, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Culinary diploma or professional chef certification is preferred.
• Formal education is not mandatory.
• Specialized training in Pakistani cuisine, food safety, or hospitality will be an advantage.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package
• Accommodation provided
• Staff meals
• Uniform provided
• Professional work environment
• Career growth opportunities

Job Type: Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Rs60,000.00 - Rs70,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person