Chef De Cuisine – Pan Asian Cuisine (European Nationality Required)

About the role

The Chef De Cuisine will lead daily kitchen operations at a high‑end restaurant in Muscat, delivering pan‑Asian cuisine while upholding European culinary standards. This full‑time position combines hands‑on cooking with team leadership and budget management.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a wide range of dishes for regular service and special events.
• Design, develop and update menus and recipes, ensuring high quality, flavor, and presentation.
• Maintain strict food safety, sanitation, and temperature control standards.
• Supervise kitchen shifts, manage staff schedules, and ensure compliance with all Food & Beverage policies.
• Oversee purchasing, receiving, storage, and inventory control.
• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment, reporting any malfunctions.
• Implement portion control, waste reduction, and environmentally friendly processes.
• Mentor and develop culinary team members, fostering a collaborative work environment.

Required profile

• High school diploma/GED with at least 4 years of culinary experience, or a 2‑year degree in Culinary Arts/Hotel & Restaurant Management with 2 years of experience.
• Proven ability to lead a kitchen team and manage day‑to‑day operations.
• Strong understanding of sanitation, food handling regulations, and safety standards.

Required skills

• Menu development and recipe creation
• Food preparation and culinary techniques
• Food safety and sanitation compliance
• Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
• Inventory and purchasing management
• Portion control and waste management