Staff Cook - Office Kitchen

About the role

EdgeCraft in Rawalpindi is looking for a reliable and experienced cook to prepare fresh, hygienic and well-balanced daily meals for its staff. The ideal person is confident in preparing Pakistani home-style food, maintains high standards of cleanliness and food safety, and manages day-to-day kitchen activities independently.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare fresh lunch and other agreed meals for staff according to the daily schedule.
• Cook a variety of Pakistani dishes such as vegetables, lentils, chicken, meat, rice, roti and other regular home-style meals.
• Help plan practical daily or weekly menus with suitable variety.
• Handle cutting, preparation, cooking and serving of meals in a clean and organised way.
• Keep cooking surfaces, utensils, appliances and food-preparation areas clean and hygienic.
• Store raw and cooked ingredients properly and follow food-handling practices.
• Monitor kitchen ingredients and tell management when groceries or supplies need replenishing.
• Use ingredients responsibly, minimise waste and keep groceries, utensils and equipment properly arranged.

Required profile

• Prior experience as a cook in a home, office, restaurant, workshop or similar setting.
• Good knowledge of everyday Pakistani meals and ability to prepare them consistently without constant supervision.
• Honest, punctual, responsible and dependable.
• Able to work independently and manage daily cooking tasks on time.

Required skills

• Understanding of kitchen hygiene, food handling and safe food storage.
• Ability to plan meals and manage ingredients efficiently.
• Basic knowledge of grocery quantities and commonly used cooking ingredients.