Chef
Role Overview
Hot Mezza Chef in the kitchen department, reporting to the Head Chef or Executive Chef.
Prepare high-quality Arabic and Middle Eastern hot mezze in a busy professional kitchen.
Key Skills for This Role
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Role overview
Hot Mezza Chef in the kitchen department, reporting to the Head Chef or Executive Chef.
Prepare high-quality Arabic and Middle Eastern hot mezze in a busy professional kitchen.
Key responsibilities
- Prepare hot Arabic and Middle Eastern mezze to established recipes and quality standards.
- Complete daily mise en place and prepare ingredients before service.
- Maintain consistent taste, texture, portion size, and presentation.
- Follow standardized recipes and cooking procedures; ensure food is cooked and held at correct temperatures.
- Maintain hygiene and sanitation in accordance with UAE food safety requirements.
- Monitor ingredient freshness and report quality issues to the chef in charge.
- Store food properly and follow FIFO to minimize waste and spoilage.
- Maintain a clean, organized, safe workstation and coordinate with kitchen staff during busy service.
- Assist with stock control, inventory checks, and ingredient requisitions when required.
- Minimize food waste while maintaining quality standards.
- Follow company policies, kitchen procedures, HACCP requirements, and health and safety regulations.
- Assist with menu items, recipe development, and special food preparations when required.
Qualifications and requirements
- Minimum 2–3 years of relevant experience as a Hot Mezza Chef, Arabic Chef, or in a similar position.
- Strong knowledge of Arabic, Lebanese, Middle Eastern, and hot mezze cuisine.
- Practical knowledge of traditional Arabic cooking techniques and ingredients.
- Consistent preparation according to standard recipes and portion specifications.
- Good knowledge of food hygiene, sanitation, and HACCP principles.
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced professional kitchen.
- Good teamwork and communication skills; able to stand for extended periods.
- Culinary qualification or formal kitchen training is an advantage.
- Previous UAE or GCC experience is preferred.
- Hotel, restaurant, catering, or high-volume kitchen experience is an advantage.
Relevant culinary skills
- Hot Arabic and Middle Eastern mezze preparation.
- Food hygiene, sanitation, and HACCP practices.
- FIFO storage and food-waste reduction.
Employment
- Employment type is full-time.
Workplace
- Work location is in person.
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