Head Chef Japanese Cuisine
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Role Overview
The Head Chef Japanese Cuisine leads Japanese kitchen operations in a full-time, on-site role based in Doha, Qatar.
The role is responsible for consistently high-quality dishes, authentic Japanese culinary standards, and a seamless guest experience.
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Company Description
Desert Rose Qatar is a hospitality brand based in Doha, Qatar, focused on refined dining, quality, authenticity, and service excellence.
The company promotes teamwork, professionalism, continuous improvement, and a respectful and inclusive work environment.
Role Description
The Head Chef Japanese Cuisine leads Japanese kitchen operations in a full-time, on-site role based in Doha, Qatar.
The role is responsible for consistently high-quality dishes, authentic Japanese culinary standards, and a seamless guest experience.
Core Responsibilities
- Plan and design menus, oversee food preparation and presentation, and maintain authentic Japanese culinary standards.
- Manage kitchen staff, coordinate schedules, and train team members on culinary techniques and safety.
- Order supplies, manage inventory, control food costs, and maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen.
- Collaborate with management on new offerings and promotions and work with front-of-house teams to improve guest service.
Qualifications
- Extensive Japanese cuisine experience covering sushi, sashimi, tempura, and traditional hot dishes, with the ability to design authentic and innovative menus.
- Strong leadership, team management, communication, organizational, and time management skills.
- Knowledge of kitchen operations, inventory control, ordering, cost management, food safety, and hygiene regulations.
- Previous Head Chef or Senior Chef experience in Japanese cuisine is required; high-end or fine dining experience is preferred.
- Culinary certification or formal training in Japanese or Asian cuisine is preferred.
- Fluency in English is required, while Japanese or other languages are an added benefit.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as restaurant operations require.
Work Arrangement
- This is a full-time, on-site role based in Doha, Qatar.
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