Job Overview:
An elite family household in Saudi Arabia is seeking a talented and professional Ethiopian Cook to join their team. The candidate will be responsible for preparing delicious nutritious meals and maintaining a high level of cleanliness and organization in the kitchen. This position requires expertise in both Ethiopian and international cuisines as well as the ability to adapt to the family s preferences and dietary needs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Meal Preparation: Prepare highquality meals for the family including breakfast lunch dinner and snacks while incorporating a mix of traditional Ethiopian and international dishes.
- Menu Planning: Create diverse and creative weekly menus that reflect the family s preferences nutritional needs and any dietary restrictions.
- Grocery Shopping & Inventory: Ensure the kitchen is fully stocked by sourcing fresh highquality ingredients and maintaining proper inventory control.
- Food Presentation: Serve meals in a visually appealing and tasteful manner ensuring every dish meets the family s high standards.
- Dietary Accommodation: Adapt to specific dietary restrictions or preferences including vegetarian vegan glutenfree or other healthrelated requirements.
- Kitchen Hygiene & Safety: Maintain a clean sanitary and organized kitchen environment in compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Culinary Trends: Stay up to date with new culinary techniques and trends to bring innovation to the meals prepared.
- Event Support: Prepare meals for special family events gatherings and celebrations ensuring an exceptional dining experience.
- Collaboration with Household Staff: Work seamlessly with other household staff to coordinate meal schedules and kitchen operations.
Requirements
Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a cook preferably in a private household or fine dining environment.
- Expertise in preparing both Ethiopian and international dishes.
- Strong understanding of nutrition food safety and hygiene standards.
- Ability to cater to special dietary requirements and preferences.
- Discretion and professionalism while working in a private household.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Willingness to relocate to Saudi Arabia and work in a culturally diverse environment.
Preferred Skills:
- Knowledge of Saudi Arabian and other Middle Eastern cuisines is a plus.
- Ability to adapt to the family s preferences and provide variety in meals.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Flexibility to work on weekends holidays and during special occasions as required.
1. Discretion and professionalism while working in a private household. 2. Culinary skills and ability to serve household with desired meals
Education
1. A Bsc or Certificate in Hospitality Management