HEAD CHEF – MEDITERRANEAN CUISINE

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and creative Head Chef specializing in Mediterranean cuisine to lead our kitchen team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the overall kitchen operation, ensuring authentic flavors, consistent food quality, excellent presentation, food safety, and effective cost control.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and motivate the entire kitchen team.
• Prepare and oversee the preparation of authentic Mediterranean dishes.
• Develop and update menus according to restaurant concept, customer preferences, and seasonal ingredients.
• Ensure consistency in taste, quality, portion sizes, and presentation.
• Supervise daily food preparation and kitchen operations.
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene, sanitation, and HACCP procedures.
• Monitor food costs, portion control, wastage, and inventory levels.
• Coordinate with suppliers to ensure the quality and freshness of ingredients.
• Conduct regular stock checks and ensure proper storage of food items.
• Train, coach, and develop chefs and kitchen staff.
• Prepare daily production plans and ensure adequate mise en place.
• Ensure all dishes are prepared according to established recipes and standards.
• Manage kitchen staffing, schedules, and daily task allocation.
• Monitor kitchen equipment and report maintenance requirements.
• Work closely with the Executive Chef and management team on menu development and operational improvements.
• Handle customer feedback related to food quality and take corrective action when required.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, local food safety regulations, and health standards.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 8 years of culinary experience, with at least 3 years in a senior chef or Head Chef position.
• Strong specialization in Mediterranean cuisine.
• Knowledge of Greek, Turkish, Lebanese, Italian, and/or other Mediterranean culinary styles is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques, ingredients, sauces, seafood, meats, salads, and traditional Mediterranean dishes.
• Experience in menu development and recipe standardization.
• Strong leadership and team-management skills.
• Good knowledge of food cost control and inventory management.
• Knowledge of HACCP and food hygiene standards.
• Ability to work under pressure in a busy restaurant environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

• Total years' Experience as a Head Chef?
• What is your Nationality?
• Do you have valid food handling certificate?
• how much is your expected salary?
• you can join immediately?
• Total years' Experience in Mediterranean cuisine?

Work Location: In person