Head Chef

Job Title Head Chef Occupation HEAD CHEF Job Description & Requirements We are looking for an experienced Senior Chef specialising in Shaanxi cuisine to join our restaurant team. The ideal candidate should have strong hands-on cooking skills, a good understanding of traditional Shaanxi flavours, and the ability to develop new dishes while maintaining food quality and controlling costs. Key Responsibilities • Prepare authentic Shaanxi-style dishes , especially Biang Biang Noodles and Lamb Paomo (羊肉泡馍) . • Handle daily kitchen preparation, including meat, vegetables, noodles, soup bases, spices, and other ingredients. • Prepare and standardise sauces, seasonings, marinades, and soup bases to ensure consistent taste and quality. • Prepare a variety of Chinese cold dishes and appetisers (凉菜) . • Prepare and cook Chinese-style grilled skewers (烤串) , including marinating, seasoning, and grilling. • Maintain consistent food quality, portion sizes, presentation, and hygiene standards. • Develop and test new dishes and menu items according to customer preferences and restaurant requirements. • Monitor ingredient usage, reduce food wastage, and assist with food cost and portion control . • Assist with inventory management, stock planning, and kitchen purchasing requirements. • Communicate effectively with kitchen staff, service staff, and management to ensure smooth daily operations. • Train and guide junior kitchen staff on food preparation, cooking techniques, recipes, and kitchen procedures. • Maintain cleanliness, food safety, and proper kitchen organisation at all times. Requirements • Proven experience in Shaanxi cuisine or Northwestern Chinese cuisine . • Strong skills in preparing Biang Biang Noodles, Lamb Paomo, cold dishes, sauces, and grilled skewers . • Good knowledge of ingredient preparation, seasoning, and traditional Chinese cooking techniques. • Ability to independently manage food preparation and cooking during busy service periods. • Strong awareness of food costing, portion control, and waste reduction . • Ability to develop and introduce new dishes. • Good communication and teamwork skills. • Responsible, organised, and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced restaurant environment.