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

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  Location:
  Al Ain,UAE
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  Gender:
  Female Preferred
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  Salary:
  AED 2,000 – AED 3,000 (Based on Experience & Skills)
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  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
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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

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

Middle Eastern Cuisine

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  Halloumi dishes
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  Labneh & Zaatar preparations
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  Arabic breakfast items
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  Fresh salads

South Asian Cuisine

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  Paratha
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  Puri
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  Karak Tea
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  Egg specialties

Café & International Cuisine

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

Italian Cuisine

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

Asian Cuisine

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  Chicken Noodles
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  Shrimp Noodles
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  Spicy Noodles

Desserts & Bakery

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  Cheesecake
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  San Sebastian Cheesecake
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  Tiramisu
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  Brownies
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  Cookies
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  Cakes

Key Responsibilities:

Food Preparation

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

Kitchen Operations

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

Hygiene & Food Safety

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

Customer Satisfaction

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

Requirements

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

Assessment Questions

Technical Cooking Skills

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

Food Safety & Hygiene

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

Operational Skills

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

Behavioural Questions

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

Screening Questions (Knockout)

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

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