Chef- Middle Eastern

Immediate Hiring – Chef – Middle Eastern Cuisine

Mississauga Convention Centre | Mississauga, ON
Full-Time | Permanent

Mississauga Convention Centre is hiring an experienced Chef specializing in authentic Middle Eastern cuisine. If you are passionate about Arabic, Syrian, Turkish, and Levantine flavours and have strong hands-on experience with shawarma, kebabs, rotisserie meats, and grilled dishes, we want to hear from you.

You will be part of a busy, high-volume kitchen preparing delicious, authentic food for banquets, weddings, corporate events, and daily operations.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare authentic Middle Eastern cuisine including shawarma, kebabs, grilled meats, mezze, rice dishes, and traditional breads

• Operate shawarma machines, rotisserie equipment, grills, and other commercial kitchen equipment

• Ensure consistency in taste, portion size, presentation, and food quality

• Prepare food for high-volume banquets, weddings, corporate events, and catering operations

• Follow authentic recipes and maintain traditional Middle Eastern cooking standards

• Maintain cleanliness, hygiene, and strict food safety standards at all times

• Support daily kitchen operations in a fast-paced environment

• Assist in inventory control, proper storage, and FIFO rotation

• Work closely with kitchen team to ensure smooth production and service flow

• Ensure attractive food presentation and timely service during peak hours

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3+ years of experience in Middle Eastern cuisine

• Strong knowledge of Arabic, Syrian, Turkish, or Levantine cooking styles

• Hands-on experience with shawarma, kebabs, rotisserie, and grilled meats

• Experience in banquet, catering, or high-volume kitchen environment preferred

• Ability to work in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment

• Food Handler Certification required

• WHMIS Certification is an asset

• Strong attention to detail and consistency in food quality

• Good teamwork and communication skills

• Physically able to stand for long hours and handle kitchen demands

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in banquet and catering operations

• Menu planning and food costing experience

• Experience leading and mentoring kitchen teams

• Knowledge of dietary restrictions and customized menu preparation

What's in it for you?

• Stable full-time position

• Opportunity to showcase authentic Middle Eastern cuisine

• Work in a high-volume, dynamic kitchen environment

• Career growth within a growing hospitality team

• Competitive pay based on experience
  

Apply today and become part of a dynamic culinary team dedicated to delivering exceptional dining experiences.