Head Chef - Luxury Restaurant

About the role

A new venture is looking for an inspiring, experienced Head Chef for a full-time, on-site position in Lahore. The Head Chef oversees daily kitchen operations, including menu planning, food preparation, presentation standards and back-of-house coordination, and works closely with management to design menus that fit a luxury lifestyle brand.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and train kitchen staff, ensuring food quality and consistency
• Maintain hygiene and safety protocols
• Manage inventory and supplier relationships
• Collaborate with management to design menus suited to the brand
• Control food costs and adapt offerings to guest feedback and seasonal ingredients

Required profile

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Chef in premium or fine-dining environments
• Ability to lead, train and motivate diverse kitchen teams in a fast-paced setting
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holidays as required
• Formal culinary education or professional certifications preferred; comparable experience may be considered

Required skills

• Menu development, food presentation and knowledge of international and contemporary cuisines
• Food safety standards, kitchen hygiene regulations and quality control
• Kitchen budgeting, inventory management and vendor coordination
• Organizational, time-management and communication skills focused on service quality