Chef - Lebanese Cuisine

About the role

Souk El Tayeb, a social enterprise promoting culinary traditions, rural heritage and the natural environment across Lebanon, is hiring a full-time, on-site Chef for its restaurant in Beirut. The Chef prepares dishes reflecting Lebanese and regional culinary traditions.

Key responsibilities

• Plan menus, prepare and plate dishes while maintaining high standards of taste, hygiene and presentation
• Coordinate with kitchen staff to ensure efficient service
• Manage inventory and follow food safety regulations
• Train or mentor kitchen team members as needed

Required profile

• Strong professional culinary skills, including menu planning, cooking techniques and food presentation
• Strong knowledge of Lebanese cuisine, traditional recipes and seasonal ingredients
• Experience in kitchen operations, including food safety, hygiene standards and inventory management
• Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse kitchen team and communicate with colleagues and suppliers
• Prior experience as a Chef or in a similar senior kitchen role is an advantage
• Reliability under pressure and flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holidays
• Respect for different cultures and traditions and an interest in food heritage and community engagement