Corporate Executive Chef

Corporate Executive Chef

As Salimiyah, Kuwait

Company
RTC1 Recruitment Services
Location
Salmiya
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
8 days ago
Via
via Foundit
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Job Description
Position Title: Corporate Executive Chef (R&D)

Employment Type: Full Time

Salary KWD: depending on experience and qualifications

Benefits: bonus and family benefits

Job Location: Kuwait

About the Company:

A well-known restaurant group of high-end concepts, continuously expanding in the GCC and headquartered in Kuwait.

Job Description:
• Develop and implement strategic culinary plans to introduce new dining concepts and enhance existing ones in line with business objectives.
• Establish and monitor KPIs and SOPs across all kitchen operations to ensure maximum efficiency, consistent food quality, and high service standards.
• Oversee comprehensive training programs to upskill culinary staff, identify high-potential talent, and drive growth and employee retention.
• Analyze sales data to refine menu performance and manage vendor relationships and contracts to ensure a high-quality, cost-effective, and safe ingredient supply.

Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Culinary or any related field
• Minimum 10 years of experience in standalone restaurants with multiple venues, 3 years of which in a director level.
• Must have thorough knowledge of research and development concepts and techniques, food handling, HACCP procedures, and health codes
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Restaurant Jobs in Kuwait

Q What is the minimum salary for waiters in Kuwait restaurants in 2026?
As per the Public Authority for Manpower, the minimum salary for non-Kuwaiti waiters in Kuwait's private sector restaurants is 275 KWD per month as of January 2026. Overtime pay is 1.25 times the hourly rate for hours exceeding 48 per week. This applies to Article 18 and 17 visa holders.
Q What work visa requirements apply for foreign restaurant cooks in Kuwait?
Foreign non-GCC cooks need an employer-sponsored work permit from PAM with a minimum salary of 325 KWD monthly, valid for 2 years renewable. The employer submits the application online via the Qiwa portal, requiring medical fitness and police clearance. Processing takes 10-15 working days as of 2026.
Q What education or experience is required for kitchen helper jobs in Kuwait restaurants?
No formal education is required for kitchen helpers, but PAM mandates at least 6 months of relevant experience for work permit approval. Applicants must pass a food hygiene test administered by the employer. Kuwaiti nationals need no experience under localization quotas.
Q What documents are needed to apply for a restaurant server job in Kuwait?
Employers require a valid passport, attested academic certificates if applicable, medical report from approved clinics, and 3 passport photos for PAM work permit submission. The process starts with a job offer letter specifying 280 KWD minimum salary. Approval grants a 1-year visa stampable at MOI.
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