About UsA fried chicken restaurant in Bahria Town, Lahore is hiring a chef specializing in fried chicken. The role includes cooking, managing kitchen operations, maintaining food quality, handling inventory, ensuring hygiene, and training staff. Candidates should have 2–3 years of experience, strong frying and marination skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Experience with cloud kitchens and multiple cuisines is a plus. The job offers a full-time position with a salary of Rs47,000–60,000, along with accommodation and a supportive work environment.
FULL JOB DESCRIPTION
We operate a fried chicken-focused restaurant located in Bahria Town, Lahore. We take pride in serving crispy, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned fried chicken that keeps our customers coming back. also operate a cloud kitchen from the same facility, serving a variety of cuisines to a growing online customer base.
Role Overview
We are looking for a skilled and passionate Chef who specializes in fried chicken preparation and has a strong command of flavors, marinades, and frying techniques. The ideal candidate will take ownership of our kitchen, maintain consistent food quality, and help us grow both our dine-in and cloud kitchen operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook fried chicken to Hens Den’s signature standards, ensuring consistent taste, texture, and presentation across every order.
- Develop, refine, and maintain recipes for marinades, coatings, sauces, and sides.
- Manage day-to-day kitchen operations including food prep, cooking, plating, and quality checks.
- Ensure proper oil management, frying temperatures, and cooking times for optimal results.
- Oversee inventory, ingredient freshness, and stock levels; coordinate with suppliers as needed.
- Maintain strict hygiene and food safety standards throughout the kitchen.
- Train and supervise junior kitchen staff and helpers.
- Manage order flow efficiently during peak hours for both dine-in and cloud kitchen orders.
- Collaborate with management on menu development, seasonal specials, and new product ideas.
Requirements
- Minimum 2–3 years of experience working as a chef, with hands-on expertise in fried chicken preparation.
- Strong knowledge of marination techniques, breading, batter preparation, and deep frying.
- Ability to maintain consistent food quality and portion control under high-volume conditions.
- Understanding of kitchen hygiene, food storage, and safety practices.
- Good team management and communication skills.
- Punctual, reliable, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred / Bonus Qualifications
- Experience working in or managing a cloud kitchen setup with multiple brands or menus.
- Versatility in preparing a wide range of cuisines and recipes beyond fried chicken (eg, burgers, wraps, rice dishes, BBQ, pasta, Kashmiri cuisine, Italian etc.).
- Familiarity with food delivery platforms and packaging standards for online orders.
- Culinary Diploma or relevant certification is a plus but not required.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary (based on experience and skill level)
- Staff accommodation option
- A supportive and collaborative kitchen environment
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Rs47,000.00 – Rs60,000.00 per month
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