Hands‑On Chef – Lead Kitchen Operations in Luanda

About the role

We are launching a new fast‑food restaurant concept in Luanda, Angola, and need an experienced, hands‑on chef to build and lead the kitchen from the ground up.

Key responsibilities

• Lead kitchen operations during service, ensuring smooth workflow and quality output.
• Recruit, train, and manage kitchen staff, fostering a high‑performing team.
• Establish kitchen systems, procedures, and food‑safety standards.
• Maintain consistency and efficiency under pressure.
• Develop and refine menu items in line with the concept.
• Control food costs and oversee operational budgeting.

Required profile

• Minimum 5 years of professional kitchen experience.
• Previous role as a chef or senior line cook.
• Proven experience in menu creation.
• Strong food‑cost and operational management abilities.
• Solid knowledge of food safety regulations.
• Willingness to relocate to Luanda, Angola.

Required skills

• Hands‑on cooking and culinary techniques.
• Kitchen leadership and staff training.
• Menu development.
• Food cost control.
• Food safety compliance.