Chef – Desi Food (Pakistani & North Indian Cuisine)

• Location: Sharjah, UAE
  


• Gender: Male
  


• Vacancies: 2 Positions
  


• Salary: AED 1,700 – 2,000 per Month
  


• Joining: Immediate Joiners Preferred
  
  

Job Summary

We are seeking experienced Chefs specializing in Pakistani and North Indian Cuisine to join a restaurant operation in Sharjah, UAE.

The ideal candidate should have strong hands-on experience preparing authentic Pakistani and North Indian dishes while maintaining high standards of food quality, hygiene, consistency, and presentation.

The successful candidates will be responsible for preparing traditional curries, BBQ items, biryanis, breads, and other popular Desi menu offerings in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare authentic Pakistani and North Indian dishes according to established recipes and standards.
  


• Cook a variety of curries, gravies, BBQ items, rice dishes, and breads.
  


• Ensure food quality, taste consistency, and presentation standards.
  


• Monitor food preparation and portion control.
  


• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and hygiene standards.
  


• Ensure proper storage and handling of food products.
  


• Monitor stock levels and report inventory requirements.
  


• Follow food safety and HACCP procedures.
  


• Support kitchen operations during busy service periods.
  


• Work effectively as part of the kitchen team.
  

Requirements

Required Experience

Candidates should have experience preparing:

Pakistani Cuisine

• Chicken Biryani
  


• Mutton Biryani
  


• Chicken Karahi
  


• Mutton Karahi
  


• Nihari
  


• Paya
  


• Haleem
  


• BBQ & Grilled Items
  


• Seekh Kebab
  


• Chicken Tikka
  


• Chapli Kebab
  

North Indian Cuisine

• Butter Chicken
  


• Kadai Chicken
  


• Tandoori Chicken
  


• Dal Makhani
  


• Paneer Dishes
  


• Mixed Vegetable Curries
  


• Tandoor Items
  


• Naan & Roti Preparation
  

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Pakistani or North Indian Cuisine Chef.
  


• Experience working in restaurants, cafeterias, hotels, or catering operations.
  


• Strong knowledge of traditional Desi cooking methods and spices.
  


• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen.
  


• Good knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.
  


• Team player with a positive attitude.
  


• Immediate joiners preferred.
  

Benefits

Candidate Assessment Questionnaire

Experience

1. How many years of experience do you have as a Chef specializing in Pakistani or North Indian cuisine?
   


2. 
   
   
   Which type of establishment have you worked in?
   
   
   
   
   
   
   • Restaurant
     
   
   
   • Hotel
     
   
   
   • Catering Company
     
   
   
   • Cafeteria
     
   
   
   • Other
     
   
   


3. What is your current position?
   


4. 
   
   
   What cuisines are you most experienced in?
   
   
   
   
   
   
   • Pakistani
     
   
   
   • North Indian
     
   
   
   • Both
     
   
   

Cooking Skills

5. Which of the following dishes can you prepare independently?
   

Pakistani Cuisine

• Chicken Biryani
  


• Mutton Biryani
  


• Chicken Karahi
  


• Mutton Karahi
  


• Nihari
  


• Paya
  


• Haleem
  


• Seekh Kebab
  


• Chicken Tikka
  


• Chapli Kebab
  

North Indian Cuisine

• Butter Chicken
  


• Kadai Chicken
  


• Dal Makhani
  


• Paneer Butter Masala
  


• Tandoori Chicken
  


• Naan
  


• Roti
  


• Mixed Vegetable Curries
  

6. 
   
   
   Do you have experience working with a Tandoor?
   
   
   
   
   
   
   • Yes
     
   
   
   • No
     
   
   


7. Which dish do you consider your specialty?
   


8. How many meals can you manage during a busy service period?
   

Kitchen Operations

9. How do you ensure consistency in food quality and taste?
   


10. Describe your experience with food hygiene and kitchen safety procedures.
    


11. Have you supervised kitchen helpers or junior cooks before?
    

• Yes
  


• No
  

Availability

12. What is your current location?
    


13. What is your visa status?
    

• Employment Visa
  


• Visit Visa
  


• Cancelled Visa
  


• Freelance Visa
  


• Other
  

14. What is your current salary?
    


15. What is your expected salary?
    


16. How soon can you join?
    

• Immediately
  


• Within 1 Week
  


• Within 2 Weeks
  


• Within 1 Month
  

Benefits

Benefits

• Salary: AED 1,700 – AED 2,000 (Based on Experience)
  


• Accommodation Provided
  


• Visa Provided
  


• Medical Insurance Provided
  


• Food Provided
  


• Career Growth Opportunities