Executive Chef
Company
The Talents Nation
Location
Kuwait City
Job Type
Full-time
Via
via GulfTalent.com
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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 waiters in Kuwait as of 2026?
As per the Ministry of Social Affairs and Labour, the minimum wage for restaurant waiters in Kuwait is 80 KWD per month as of January 2026, with overtime paid at 1.25 times the hourly rate after 8 hours daily.
What work permit is required for non-Kuwaiti restaurant workers in 2026?
As per the Ministry of Social Affairs and Labour, non-Kuwaiti restaurant workers must obtain a work permit under Article 15 of the Labour Law before starting employment, valid for one year and renewable with employer sponsorship.
What education and experience are needed for chef positions in Kuwait restaurants?
As per the Ministry of Social Affairs and Labour, chef positions require a minimum of 2 years documented experience in food preparation plus a secondary school certificate or equivalent vocational training certificate.
Which documents are required to apply for restaurant jobs in Kuwait?
As per the Ministry of Social Affairs and Labour, applicants must submit a valid passport, educational certificates attested by the Kuwait Embassy, medical fitness certificate, and police clearance certificate dated within 3 months.
