Chef (Meat Specialist)
Location: Jeddah / Makkah / Taif / Madinah (Priority will be given to candidates currently based in Jeddah, Makkah, and Taif.)
Salary: SAR 2,500 – 4,000 per month (final salary discussed during the interview — can go higher depending on experience)
Employment Type: Full-time
Nationality: Open to all nationalities
Job Description
Apex Operations is hiring an experienced Chef (Meat Specialist) to join our F&B operations in Saudi Arabia. We are looking for a chef with strong expertise in meat preparation and cooking techniques, capable of consistently delivering high-quality meat dishes.
The ideal candidate should have in-depth knowledge of different meat cuts, proper cooking methods, and the ability to prepare meats to the customer's preferred level of doneness, including rare, medium rare, medium, medium well, and well done.
Responsibilities
Prepare and cook a variety of meat dishes to consistently high quality standards.
Select and utilize the most suitable cuts of meat for different menu items and cooking methods.
Cook steaks and other meats accurately according to the requested level of doneness.
Ensure consistency in taste, texture, presentation, and portioning.
Maintain food quality while following food safety, hygiene, and kitchen sanitation standards.
Assist in maintaining efficient kitchen workflow and daily operations.
Properly handle, store, and prepare meat products in accordance with food safety regulations.
Requirements
Proven experience as a Chef specializing in meat preparation, grill, or steakhouse operations.
Excellent knowledge of different meat cuts and their best culinary applications.
Strong understanding of cooking temperatures and levels of doneness (rare, medium rare, medium, medium well, and well done).
Ability to maintain high standards of food quality and presentation.
Strong understanding of food safety and kitchen hygiene practices.
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
Must currently reside in Saudi Arabia.
Priority will be given to candidates currently located in Jeddah, Makkah, and Taif. Candidates from other areas of Saudi Arabia are also welcome to apply.
Must be available for a mandatory 1-day practical skills test.
- Locations
- Multiple locations
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Employment level
- First / Mid Level Officials
Colleagues
About Apex Operations
At APEX Operations, we are committed to transforming the restaurant and café industry in Saudi Arabia. Our mission is to deliver comprehensive operations management and consulting services that enable business owners to focus on their vision and growth while we manage the complexities of day-to-day operations.
We believe that every restaurant and café should have access to professional management expertise, strategic operational guidance, and innovative solutions that drive efficiency, profitability, and long-term success.
APEX Operations is an operations management and consulting company. We are not a recruitment agency or an Istiqdam office. Our focus is on helping businesses optimize their operations, implement best practices, and build sustainable systems that support scalable growth.