The Arabic Cuisine Chef is a specialist culinary role responsible for preparing authentic, high-quality Arabic dishes that reflect the venue’s standards, guest profile, and service style. Positioned within the Kitchen (Back of House), this role supports the smooth delivery of menu execution during daily service, banquets, themed events, and private functions, ensuring consistency in flavour, presentation, and timing.
This position typically sits within the kitchen brigade and reports to the Executive Chef or Head Chef, with day-to-day coordination from the Sous Chef or Kitchen Manager. The Arabic Cuisine Chef works closely with other section chefs, stewards, and front-of-house teams to ensure dishes are delivered correctly, efficiently, and in line with guest expectations.
- Purpose of the role:
- To prepare and present Arabic cuisine to a high standard, maintaining authenticity, quality, hygiene, and speed of service.
- To contribute to menu consistency, kitchen efficiency, and an excellent dining experience for guests.
- Key areas of responsibility:
- Prepare a wide range of Arabic dishes, including mezze, grills, rice dishes, stews, breads, sauces, and desserts, according to recipes and portion standards.
- Follow approved recipes, production plans, and specifications to maintain taste, texture, and presentation consistency.
- Manage mise en place, stock rotation, and proper handling of ingredients, especially spices, marinades, meats, and fresh produce.
- Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, allergen control, and kitchen operating procedures.
- Support service periods by coordinating with the team, maintaining station readiness, and responding quickly to demand.
- Monitor quality, reduce waste, and contribute ideas for menu improvements or seasonal Arabic specials.
- Train and guide junior kitchen staff on Arabic cooking methods and standards where required.
- What success looks like:
- A disciplined, detail-oriented chef with strong knowledge of Arabic culinary traditions and professional kitchen standards.
- Someone who works well under pressure, maintains consistency, and takes pride in authentic flavours and presentation.
- A team player with good communication, speed, cleanliness, and a genuine commitment to guest satisfaction.