Manoushe/Bakery Chef

Description

Summary: Seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Manoushe/Bakery Chef to lead culinary and operational performance across two branches, ensuring high-quality production, cost control, staff management, and efficiency. Highlights: 1. Lead culinary and operational performance for two bakery branches 2. Drive high-quality Manoushe production and ensure consistent standards 3. Mentor team members and maintain impeccable hygiene and safety **Position Summary** We are seeking an experienced and detail\-oriented Manoushe/Bakery Chef to lead the culinary and operational performance of our two branches. You will be responsible for the "total health" of both bakeries—ensuring consistent, high\-quality Manoushe production while strictly controlling costs, managing staff performance, and optimizing the kitchen cycle. You are the final authority on standards, SOP adherence, and efficiency at both locations. **Key Responsibilities** **1\. Operational \& Workflow Management** · Kitchen Flow \& Cycle: Proactively anticipate operational errors and adjust the kitchen flow to ensure a seamless production cycle. · Sets and implements pre\-set standards and makes sure recipes are followed at all times. · Dispatch \& Ticket Time: Strictly manage ticket times during peak hours. Audit outgoing orders to ensure every item meets the brand’s visual and quality standards before dispatch. · Problem Solving: Act as the primary problem solver; identify bottlenecks or potential risks in the kitchen and implement immediate, effective solutions. **2\. Inventory \& Cost Control** · Stock \& Inventory: Maintain accurate inventory counts and ensure stock levels are precise at all times. · Consumption\-Based Ordering: Manage all procurement with precision. Place orders based strictly on actual consumption data to eliminate over\-ordering (waste) or under\-ordering (shortages). · Waste \& Cost Reduction: Implement rigorous production controls to maintain low wastage levels and minimize food costs without sacrificing product quality. **3\. Staff Leadership \& Administration** · Scheduling \& Attendance: Manage weekly staff rotas for both branches. Monitor and enforce strict adherence to attendance policies. · Discipline \& Standards: Ensure all SOPs are followed daily. Take necessary disciplinary action for staff who fail to meet requirements or operational standards. · Training: Mentor team members to ensure all bakers understand the nuances of the brand's recipes and the importance of speed and accuracy. **4\. Quality, Safety \& R\&D** · Hygiene \& Safety: Maintain impeccable kitchen hygiene, food safety, and cleanliness standards in full compliance with Qatar’s Ministry of Public Health (MOPH) regulations. · Customer Satisfaction: Monitor client feedback consistently. Proactively address issues to ensure a high level of customer satisfaction and positive reviews. · Research \& Development: Assist in menu R\&D, testing new recipes or techniques, and refining existing products to keep the brand competitive in the Doha market. **Required Qualifications \& Skills** · Experience: Minimum of 5 years in a Lebanese bakery setting, specifically with high\-volume Lebanese Manoushe. · Multi\-Unit Management: Demonstrated ability to manage two separate kitchen locations simultaneously. · Operational Expertise: Strong understanding of COGS, inventory management, and food cost control. · Leadership Profile: A firm, authoritative leadership style capable of enforcing discipline and maintaining high operational standards. · Language: Proficiency in English (mandatory) and Arabic (strongly preferred) for communication with suppliers and staff. · Local Knowledge: Familiarity with the Doha market and local food safety compliance requirements is essential. **Success Metrics (KPIs)** · Cost Efficiency: Maintaining food costs within the defined budget through accurate inventory and waste management. · Operational Speed: Achieving consistent, low ticket times during breakfast and peak hours. · Compliance: Zero critical infractions during MOPH or internal hygiene audits. · Staff Performance: High attendance rates and consistent adherence to SOPs across both teams. Job Type: Full\-time Pay: QAR4,000\.00 per month Application Question(s): * Are you from Lebanon or Syria? Work Location: In person