We Are Hiring! Shawarma Chef – Yanbu, Saudi Arabia
Are you a skilled and passionate Shawarma Chef with expertise in preparing authentic beef and chicken shawarma? A new restaurant specializing in shawarma in Yanbu is looking for an experienced chef who takes pride in quality, consistency, and excellent presentation. If shawarma is your craft and passion — this opportunity is for you!
📋 Job Details
| Job Title | Shawarma Chef |
| Job Location | Yanbu, Saudi Arabia |
| Restaurant Type | New Shawarma Restaurant – Beef & Chicken Specialist |
| Job Type | Full-Time |
| Salary | SAR 2,000 – SAR 3,500 per month (Based on Experience) |
| Experience Required | Skilled & Experienced Shawarma Chef |
| Specialization | Beef & Chicken Shawarma – High Quality & Consistent |
| Application Deadline | Open Until Filled |
| +966 567 717 878 | |
| Skinnyme99@live.com |
🏢 About the Restaurant
This opportunity is posted by a verified new restaurant owner based in Yanbu — listed on SaudiaJobs.net since April 2019. The restaurant is a dedicated shawarma specialist — focusing exclusively on premium quality beef and chicken shawarma — and is looking for a chef who shares their commitment to authenticity, consistency, and culinary excellence. This is an exciting ground-floor opportunity to join a new restaurant from the very start and make your mark on the menu.
📝 Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook high-quality beef and chicken shawarma — marinating, seasoning, loading, and carving the vertical rotisserie to produce consistently excellent shawarma throughout every service.
- Manage all aspects of shawarma station preparation — marinating meats overnight, preparing sauces (garlic, tahini, toum), and setting up accompaniments (pickles, vegetables, bread) to recipe standards.
- Ensure consistency in taste, texture, and presentation on every shawarma wrap or plate — maintaining the restaurant’s quality standards with every order.
- Operate and maintain vertical rotisserie equipment — loading, balancing, and carving the shawarma cone correctly for optimal cooking and food safety.
- Prepare authentic shawarma marinades and spice blends — using correct ratios of spices, acids, and oils to achieve the signature flavor profile the restaurant is known for.
- Maintain strict food safety, hygiene, and temperature control at the shawarma station throughout every shift.
- Monitor and communicate meat and ingredient stock levels — ensuring continuous availability during service and alerting management when restocking is needed.
- Support the broader kitchen team during busy service periods — maintaining speed and quality simultaneously during peak demand.
✅ Requirements
- Proven hands-on experience as a Shawarma Chef or Shawarma Maker — strong and genuine shawarma preparation skills are essential.
- Strong expertise in beef and chicken shawarma — marination, seasoning, rotisserie operation, carving, and assembly.
- Meticulous attention to detail — consistency in flavor, texture, and presentation on every single order is a core expectation of this role.
- Ability to maintain consistency throughout the shift — delivering the same high-quality shawarma at the last order of the day as the first.
- Strong food safety awareness — proper handling of raw meats, temperature control, and hygiene at the shawarma station.
- Passionate about shawarma and genuinely takes pride in their craft — the restaurant is looking for someone who loves what they do.
- Must be available to work in Yanbu, Saudi Arabia.
🎁 Benefits
- Competitive salary: SAR 2,000 – SAR 3,500/month based on experience
- Exciting ground-floor opportunity — join a new restaurant from day one and help shape its identity
- Stable full-time employment in Yanbu’s growing food service market
- Work in a focused and specialized kitchen — dedicated entirely to shawarma excellence
- Direct hiring — no agency fees or middlemen involved
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is both beef AND chicken shawarma experience required?
Yes. The restaurant specializes in both beef and chicken shawarma — candidates must be experienced and confident in preparing both types to a high and consistent standard.
What makes this a good opportunity for a shawarma specialist?
This is a new restaurant — meaning the hired chef has the unique opportunity to set the standard from the very beginning — establishing the marinades, recipes, and presentation that will define the restaurant’s reputation. For a passionate shawarma chef, this is a rare chance to truly own their craft.
What is the salary for this role?
Based on market rates for experienced Shawarma Chefs in Yanbu, the expected salary range is SAR 2,000 – SAR 3,500 per month. Final offer will be based on your experience level and the quality of your shawarma skills demonstrated during the interview or trial.
Is a practical trial expected before hiring?
Many restaurant employers in Saudi Arabia prefer to conduct a practical trial before finalizing the offer for chef positions. Candidates should be prepared to demonstrate their shawarma preparation skills in person. Confirm with the employer via WhatsApp when you apply.
How do I apply?
Contact the restaurant via WhatsApp at +966 567 717 878 or email Skinnyme99@live.com. Mention your shawarma experience and your specialty — beef, chicken, or both — in your first message.
👉 How to Apply
If you are a skilled and passionate Shawarma Chef ready to join an exciting new restaurant in Yanbu — contact the employer today!
📍 Location: Yanbu, Saudi Arabia
🌯 Role: Shawarma Chef – Beef & Chicken Specialist
⚠️ Important Notice: Do not pay any fee to any agent or third party. This is a direct recruitment opportunity.
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