About the role
Role Description The Head Chef is a full-time, on-site role based in Manama, responsible for leading all kitchen operations at Tilet Lounge and Restaurant The Head Chef oversees menu development, dish execution, and presentation, ensuring consistency with the restaurant’s modern International culinary vision.
Day-to-day tasks include supervising and training kitchen staff, managing food preparation and service, monitoring quality and food safety standards, and coordinating with front-of-house teams to deliver a seamless guest experience. The Head Chef also manages inventory and ordering, controls food costs, maintains kitchen cleanliness, and contributes to seasonal menu updates and specials. This role requires hands-on leadership in the kitchen, especially during peak service periods.
Qualifications
- Strong culinary expertise in Middle Eastern or Mediterranean cuisine, with proven experience creating and executing modern interpretations of traditional dishes.
- Demonstrated experience in a Head Chef, Executive Chef, or senior kitchen leadership role within high-quality, busy restaurant environments.
- Solid knowledge of kitchen operations, including food preparation, service coordination, food safety, hygiene standards, and quality control.
- Ability to lead, train, and motivate diverse kitchen teams, with skills in scheduling, task delegation, and performance management.
- Experience managing food and labor costs, inventory, supplier relationships, and menu engineering to support profitability.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with capacity to perform in a fast-paced, service-focused setting.
- Creativity in menu development, plating, and presentation, with a keen eye for detail and consistency.
- Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with front-of-house teams and management.
- Relevant culinary education or professional training is preferred; food safety certification is an advantage.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by restaurant operations.
Source: the employer's own careers page.
