Parampara Restaurant
Parampara Restaurant, an exciting new affordable Indian family dining concept launching in Mussafah, Abu Dhabi, is seeking a talented and experienced Head Chef to lead its kitchen from the ground up. This is a rare pre-opening opportunity for a culinary professional who is passionate about authentic Indian cuisine and has the leadership skills to build and run a high-performing kitchen team.
The ideal candidate will bring deep hands-on expertise across North Indian, South Indian, and Kerala cuisine, paired with strong operational abilities in food costing, inventory management, and maintaining consistent quality and hygiene standards. If you are ready to put your stamp on a brand-new restaurant venture, this role offers exciting scope and the chance to shape the culinary identity of a growing brand.
Key Responsibilities
- Take ownership of the kitchen and lead all food preparation, cooking, and plating to the highest standards of quality and presentation
- Develop and refine menus covering North Indian, South Indian, and Kerala cuisine in line with the restaurant’s concept and target audience
- Supervise, motivate, and manage kitchen staff to ensure smooth daily operations
- Control food costs, manage inventory levels, minimize wastage, and maintain efficient kitchen supply usage
- Uphold rigorous standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and food safety compliance at all times
- Support the pre-opening setup of the kitchen including equipment testing, team training, and menu trials
- Monitor kitchen performance and make ongoing improvements to consistency, speed, and quality
Requirements
- Proven UAE restaurant experience — mandatory
- Strong hands-on mastery of Indian cuisine across North Indian, South Indian, and Kerala styles
- Demonstrated experience in kitchen management, food costing, inventory control, and team supervision
- Experience in a pre-opening environment is a significant advantage
- Ability to maintain consistent quality and hygiene under pressure; willing to join at the earliest
Salary: AED 8,000–12,000/month (Estimated)
To apply for this job email your details to parampararestaurantae@gmail.com
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