Executive Chef
Company
The Talents Nation
Location
Kuwait City
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
30 days ago
Via
via GulfTalent.com
Job Description
About the Client:
A well-known restaurant group of unique concepts, continuously expanding in the GCC and headquartered in Kuwait City, Kuwait.
Job Description:
• Leverage extensive experience in developing and managing homegrown F&B brands across multiple locations.
• Lead menu innovation, R&D strategy, and localization efforts while maintaining brand integrity with the owner.
• Manage recipe costing, menu engineering, and control actual food costs within a strict 0.5% variance.
• Foster a humble, ego-free, and collaborative leadership culture across all culinary teams
Qualifications:
• Aged 50 and below
• Minimum 5 years of GCC experience in the same role with homegrown standalone restaurants (Upscale/fine dining)
• Prior work experience in standalone Kuwaiti cuisine restaurants
• Extensive experience in R&D and operations with strong understanding of food cost
A well-known restaurant group of unique concepts, continuously expanding in the GCC and headquartered in Kuwait City, Kuwait.
Job Description:
• Leverage extensive experience in developing and managing homegrown F&B brands across multiple locations.
• Lead menu innovation, R&D strategy, and localization efforts while maintaining brand integrity with the owner.
• Manage recipe costing, menu engineering, and control actual food costs within a strict 0.5% variance.
• Foster a humble, ego-free, and collaborative leadership culture across all culinary teams
Qualifications:
• Aged 50 and below
• Minimum 5 years of GCC experience in the same role with homegrown standalone restaurants (Upscale/fine dining)
• Prior work experience in standalone Kuwaiti cuisine restaurants
• Extensive experience in R&D and operations with strong understanding of food cost
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Restaurant Jobs
What is the minimum wage for restaurant workers in Kuwait in 2026?
As per the Ministry of Social Affairs and Labour, the minimum wage for restaurant workers in Kuwait is 60 KWD per month as of 2026 for non-Kuwaiti employees in the hospitality sector. Overtime must be paid at 1.25 times the hourly rate for hours exceeding 8 per day.
What work permit and visa documents are required for restaurant jobs in Kuwait as a foreigner in 2026?
As per the Ministry of Social Affairs and Labour, foreign restaurant workers need a valid work permit sponsored by the employer, a residence visa (iqama) issued within 30 days of arrival, and a medical fitness certificate from an approved Kuwaiti clinic dated no older than 3 months.
What education and experience are required to qualify for restaurant jobs in Kuwait?
As per the Ministry of Social Affairs and Labour, applicants for restaurant jobs must have completed at least secondary education and possess a minimum of 2 years of documented experience in food service roles verified by previous employers.
What documents are needed to apply for a restaurant job in Kuwait?
As per the Ministry of Social Affairs and Labour, required documents include a valid passport, attested educational certificates, a police clearance certificate issued within the last 6 months, and a contract signed by the Kuwaiti employer.
