Key Responsibilities Menu Development & Standardization● Develop and optimize recipes for Shawarma, burgers & fried chicken, sandwiches, or Saudi local dishes, creating differentiated flavors.● Prepare detailed Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Kitchen Operations Management●Oversee the full workflow from ingredient receiving, preparation, cooking, to packaging, and optimize kitchen layout and processes to reduce preparation time.● Personally supervise and ensure quality standards for core items.● Monitor food cost and manage inventory accurately to minimize raw material waste during the pilot phase.
● Experience: Minimum 5 years in the food & beverage industry. Candidates with a hybrid background as both Executive Chef (R&D) and Kitchen Manager (Operations) are preferred. Experience with Cloud Kitchens or major QSR brands in Saudi Arabia is a strong advantage.● Professional Skills: Strong understanding of Saudi food culture and Middle Eastern spices. Hands-on expertise in burger patty formulation, fried chicken breading techniques, or Japanese/Korean fast food is a plus.● Core Competencies: Highly innovative, with the ability to balance authentic flavors and scalable standardization; capable of managing multiple product lines under pressure.● Language: Fluent English is required as the working language. Arabic communication skills are a strong advantage for managing local staff and suppliers.