Head Chef📣 Job Ad

Company Overview:
CAFFEINE LAB COFFEE ROASTERS محمصة كافيين لاب ®️, located in Jeddah, is dedicated to the art of making the best coffee. The company values relationships with farmers and communities to ensure high-quality and sustainable coffee for everyone. They invest in their people by providing top-notch training and equipment to deliver the best coffee to the world.

Key Responsibilities:

• Food Preparation and Cooking: Assist the Chef de Partie in preparing, cooking, and presenting dishes within your specialty section. Ensure that all food is prepared to the required standards, following recipes and presentation guidelines.
• Support and Collaboration: Work closely with the Chef de Partie and other kitchen staff to ensure smooth kitchen operations. Provide support to junior staff and help train new team members.
• Ingredient Management: Ensure that all ingredients are properly stored, prepared, and used efficiently to minimize waste. Monitor stock levels and report any shortages to the Chef de Partie.
• Kitchen Hygiene and Safety: Maintain a clean and organized workstation at all times. Adhere to all food safety regulations, hygiene standards, and health and safety guidelines.
• Quality Control: Consistently monitor and taste dishes to ensure they meet the restaurant’s quality standards. Make adjustments as needed to improve the taste, texture, and presentation of dishes.
• Menu Development: Collaborate with the Chef de Partie and other senior kitchen staff in creating and refining menu items. Contribute ideas for new dishes and improvements to existing recipes.
• Shift Management: Assist in managing kitchen operations during assigned shifts, ensuring that all tasks are completed efficiently and that the kitchen runs smoothly.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Experience: Proven experience in a professional kitchen, preferably in a similar role as a Commis Chef or Demi Chef de Partie.
• Culinary Skills: Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, food preparation, and kitchen operations. Ability to work with a wide range of ingredients and cuisines.
• Attention to Detail: High level of attention to detail, particularly in the presentation and plating of dishes.
• Team Player: Ability to work effectively as part of a team, with strong communication skills and a collaborative approach.
• Time Management: Excellent time management skills with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Adaptability: Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by the business.
• Passion for Cooking: A genuine passion for cooking and a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.

Educational Background:
A diploma or degree in Culinary Arts or a related field is preferred, but not mandatory. Practical experience and demonstrated skills are highly valued.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Capacity to work in a hot and fast-paced environment.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects, such as pots and pans.

Career Development: This role offers opportunities for growth within the kitchen hierarchy, with potential progression to Chef de Partie or higher positions for those who demonstrate exceptional skills and leadership abilities.