"URGENT HIRING" Female Chef (Emirati & International Café Cuisine)

Job Title:Cook / Chef (Emirati & International Café Cuisine)

• Location: Al Ain,UAE
  
• Gender: Female Preferred
  
• Salary: AED 2,000 – AED 3,000 (Based on Experience & Skills)
  
• Employment Type: Full-Time
  

About the Role:

We are seeking a skilled and passionate Female Cook / Chef to join a growing café and restaurant operation in the UAE. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience preparing Emirati, Gulf, Middle Eastern, South Asian, Café-Style, Pasta, Noodles, Breakfast, Sandwiches, Salads, Desserts, and Hot Beverages .

The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining food quality, kitchen hygiene, food safety standards, and ensuring efficient kitchen operations while delivering excellent customer satisfaction.

Cuisine Experience Required:

Emirati & Gulf Cuisine

• Foul (all varieties)
  
• Shakshuka
  
• Halloumi dishes
  
• Labneh dishes
  
• Karak Tea
  
• Suleimani Tea
  
• Traditional Gulf breakfast items
  

Middle Eastern Cuisine

• Halloumi dishes
  
• Labneh & Zaatar preparations
  
• Arabic breakfast items
  
• Fresh salads
  

South Asian Cuisine

• Paratha
  
• Puri
  
• Karak Tea
  
• Egg specialties
  

Café & International Cuisine

• Croissant sandwiches
  
• Toasts and sourdough items
  
• Avocado dishes
  
• Breakfast platters
  
• Specialty sandwiches
  

Italian Cuisine

• White Sauce Pasta
  
• Red Sauce Pasta
  
• Pink Sauce Pasta
  
• Alfredo Pasta
  
• Pesto Pasta
  

Asian Cuisine

• Chicken Noodles
  
• Shrimp Noodles
  
• Spicy Noodles
  

Desserts & Bakery

• Cheesecake
  
• San Sebastian Cheesecake
  
• Tiramisu
  
• Brownies
  
• Cookies
  
• Cakes

Key Responsibilities:

Food Preparation

• Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes and quality standards.
  
• Ensure consistency in taste, presentation, and portion control.
  
• Prepare breakfast, sandwiches, pasta, noodles, salads, desserts, and beverages.
  
• Prepare ingredients and mise en place before service.
  

Kitchen Operations

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen.
  
• Follow daily production schedules.
  
• Monitor stock levels and report shortages.
  
• Minimize food wastage and maintain cost control.
  

Hygiene & Food Safety

• Follow UAE food safety regulations.
  
• Ensure proper storage of ingredients.
  
• Maintain personal hygiene and grooming standards.
  
• Ensure kitchen equipment is cleaned and maintained.
  

Customer Satisfaction

• Support smooth kitchen operations during busy service periods.
  
• Maintain high-quality food standards.
  
• Assist in introducing new menu ideas and specials.
  

Requirements

• Female candidate preferred.
  
• Minimum 2–5 years of cooking experience.
  
• Experience in Emirati, Gulf, Middle Eastern, and Café cuisine.
  
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.
  
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
  
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
  
• Immediate joiners preferred.

Assessment Questions

Technical Cooking Skills

• How do you prepare traditional Shakshuka?
  
• Explain the preparation process of Karak Tea.
  
• What ingredients are used in Foul with Tahini?
  
• How do you make Chicken Alfredo Pasta?
  
• Explain the difference between White Sauce and Pink Sauce Pasta.
  
• How would you prepare Halloumi for sandwiches and salads?
  
• Describe the process of making Paratha from scratch.
  
• How do you prepare Shrimp Noodles?
  
• What is San Sebastian Cheesecake?
  
• How do you ensure consistency when preparing multiple sandwich orders?
  

Food Safety & Hygiene

• What are the basic food safety rules in a commercial kitchen?
  
• How do you store raw chicken safely?
  
• What steps do you take to prevent cross-contamination?
  
• How often should kitchen workstations be sanitized?
  
• What would you do if you notice spoiled ingredients?
  

Operational Skills

• How do you manage multiple food orders during peak hours?
  
• Describe a situation where you worked under pressure in a kitchen.
  
• How do you minimize food wastage?
  
• What would you do if an ingredient is unavailable during service?
  
• How do you maintain kitchen cleanliness during busy periods?
  

Behavioural Questions

• Why do you want to work in the UAE?
  
• How do you handle criticism from a Head Chef or Manager?
  
• Describe your strongest cooking skill.
  
• What cuisine are you most experienced in?
  
• Are you comfortable preparing breakfast, lunch, and dessert items?
  
• Can you work weekends and public holidays?
  
• How soon can you join?

Screening Questions (Knockout)

• Do you have at least 2 years of experience as a Cook or Chef? (Yes/No)
  
• Do you have experience preparing Emirati or Gulf cuisine? (Yes/No)
  
• Do you have experience preparing pasta and noodle dishes? (Yes/No)
  
• Do you have experience preparing sandwiches and breakfast items? (Yes/No)
  
• Are you familiar with food safety and hygiene standards? (Yes/No)
  
• Are you currently located in the UAE? (Yes/No)
  
• What is your expected salary? (AED)
  
• How soon can you join? (Immediately / 1 Week / 2 Weeks / 1 Month+)
  
• Are you willing to work anywhere in the UAE? (Yes/No)
  
• Please list the cuisines you have experience preparing. (Short Answer)
  

This JD is suitable for hiring a Café Cook, Breakfast Cook, Commis Chef, Line Cook, Kitchen Cook, or Café Chef capable of handling the full menu you shared.

Benefits

Salary:

• AED 2,000 – AED 3,000
  

Benefits:

• Employment Visa
  
• Medical Insurance
  
• Accommodation (if provided by employer)
  
• Annual Leave as per UAE Labour Law
  
• Career Growth Opportunities