Cook

We are seeking a skilled and reliable Cook for a private home to prepare daily meals, ensuring high-quality, nutritious, and varied dishes according to the dietary preferences and needs of the household members. The ideal candidate will have a passion for cooking, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to cleanliness and food safety.

Key Responsibilities:

Meal Planning & Preparation

Plan, prepare, and cook daily meals, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Create menus based on the preferences, dietary restrictions, and nutritional needs of the family.
Ensure variety in meals, offering creative and healthy options.
Prepare snacks, desserts, and beverages as requested.

Ingredient Sourcing & Inventory

Maintain an inventory of kitchen supplies and ingredients, ensuring stocks are fresh and replenished as needed.
Keep track of household food preferences and update shopping lists accordingly.

Food Safety & Hygiene

Follow proper food handling, safety, and hygiene practices.
Ensure the kitchen and dining areas are clean and organized before, during, and after meal preparation.
Store food properly, labeling and organizing items to prevent waste.

Catering & Special Events

Prepare special meals for occasions, dinner parties, or gatherings as required.
Assist in menu planning for family events or celebrations.
Work with other household staff to coordinate event preparation and service.

Dietary Compliance

Be aware of and accommodate any food allergies, dietary restrictions, or preferences.
Adjust recipes and cooking methods to suit special dietary requirements.

Communication & Feedback

Communicate regularly with household members to understand meal preferences and gather feedback.
Adapt recipes and meal plans based on feedback and changing dietary needs

Qualifications:

Proven experience as a Cook or Personal Chef in private households, restaurants, or catering.
Strong knowledge of various cuisines and cooking techniques (e.g., Italian, Asian, Chinese, Mediterranean, Indian).
Familiarity with dietary requirements (e.g., gluten-free, keto, low-sodium, vegetarian).
Ability to manage time efficiently and work independently.

Skills

Meal Planning Ingredient Sourcing Food Safety & Hygiene

Job Details

Industry:

Healthcare / Hospital / Medical

Functional Area:

Hotel/Restaurant Management

Total Positions:

1 Post

Job Shift:

First Shift (Day)

Job Type:

Full Time/Permanent

Job Location:

Islamabad, Pakistan

Gender:

Male

Minimum Education:

Matriculation/O-Level

Career Level:

Experienced Professional

Minimum Experience:

5 Years

Apply Before:

Dec 09, 2024

Posting Date:

Nov 08, 2024

Iqbal & Company

Healthcare / Hospital / Medical · 11-50 employees - Islamabad

pIqbal & Company is a leading importer and supplier of medical devices. It prides itself in adhering to Islamic principles irrespective of the obstacles being faced in the current market. Honesty, sincerity and truthfulness are the traits by which we wish to be judged. We value the association of our employees, our vendors and our customers; together we are striving to work for a better tomorrow in this world and for a better Aakhira in the next./p