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Responsibilities

• Prep and Mise en Place
  • Prepare vegetables, proteins, and basic components according to recipes and production schedules.
  • Weigh, portion, label, and store prepped items to ensure station readiness.
• Station Support During Service
  • Assist CDP and DCDP with plating, finishing, and timely delivery of dishes.
  • Maintain correct portion control and check quality before service.
• Basic Cooking Tasks
  • Prepare stocks, basic sauces, and simple garnishes under supervision.
  • Execute routine cooking tasks such as blanching, sautéing, and simple frying to standard.
• Cleaning and Organisation
  • Keep workstations, tools, and equipment clean and service-ready; follow cleaning schedules.
  • Ensure correct storage, rotation, and labeling of ingredients to prevent waste.
• Hygiene and Safety
  • Adhere to HACCP and local food safety procedures; follow allergen controls and cross-contamination prevention.
  • Conduct temperature checks and report any food safety concerns immediately.
• Teamwork and Learning
  • Take direction from senior chefs, participate in briefings, and apply feedback to improve.
  • Support colleagues during peak periods and assist with basic stock counts and deliveries.

Requirements

• Experience
  • Entry level to 1 year kitchen experience preferred; culinary diploma or vocational training is an advantage but not mandatory.
• Technical Skills
  • Basic knife skills, portioning, and familiarity with common kitchen tasks; eagerness to learn standardized recipes and techniques.
• Food Safety
  • Awareness of hygiene practices; HACCP or equivalent certification is a plus.
• Personal Attributes
  • Reliable, punctual, physically fit, and able to work standing for long periods.
  • Good communicator, coachable, detail-oriented, and able to perform under pressure.
• Operational Awareness
  • Willingness to follow stock rotation, portion control, and waste-reduction practices.
• Eligibility and Availability
  • Local resident eligible to work in the UAE; flexible availability including weekends and public holidays.

About the Company

Saddle House is a contemporary hospitality brand focused on delivering consistent, high-quality guest experiences through thoughtfully crafted menus and a collaborative team culture. We invest in staff development and encourage internal progression across front and back of house. Our Sharjah location blends local hospitality traditions with modern culinary standards, emphasizing speed, warmth, and product excellence. Working at Saddle House means joining a supportive environment where technical skill, reliability, and a positive attitude are rewarded and where strong performers are given opportunities to grow.