Kitopi is the region's leading creator and partner for magical food experiences. With a purpose to satisfy the world’s appetite to create joy, Kitopi operates a portfolio of both invested and franchised F&B brands, serving as enablers in the industry by helping brands grow and scale in both the delivery and dine-in spaces. Launched in Dubai, UAE, in January 2018, Kitopi has grown to become one of the greatest success stories in the food tech space.Kitopi’s kitchens are powered by its proprietary Smart Kitchen Operating System (SKOS) - an in-house suite of applications that optimizes cloud kitchen operations in real time. With over 6,000 employees, Kitopi currently operates 200+ locations across the UAE, KSA, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Qatar. OPENING FROM DEFAULT - ALL LOCATIONS
Kitopi is the region's leading creator and partner for magical food experiences. With a purpose to satisfy the world’s appetite to create joy, Kitopi operates a portfolio of both invested and franchised F&B brands, serving as enablers in the industry by helping brands grow and scale in both the delivery and dine-in spaces.
Launched in Dubai, UAE, in January 2018, Kitopi has grown to become one of the greatest success stories in the food tech space. In July 2021, Kitopi announced its $415 million Series C funding round, led by the world’s largest tech-focused investment fund, the Softbank Group. This investment elevated Kitopi to Unicorn status, making it the fastest Unicorn to emerge from the MENA region.
Kitopi’s growth has been fueled by its innovative and scalable software solutions. Kitopi’s kitchens are powered by its proprietary Smart Kitchen Operating System (SKOS) - an in-house suite of applications that optimizes cloud kitchen operations in real time. As part of its growth roadmap, technological innovation, data science, artificial intelligence, and robotics will take center stage as Kitopi continues to reinvent the food industry and remain the leading food company in the region.
With over 6,000 employees, Kitopi currently operates 200+ locations across the UAE, KSA, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Qatar. It also operates its Customer Experience Center in Amman, Jordan, its Engineering Hub in Krakow, Poland, and its Robotics Hub in Odense, Denmark.
What You'll Do
- Maintain Standards: Ensure all pastries meet the standards, recipes, and consistency levels set by Kitopi and our brands.
- Punctuality: Report to work on time and check the schedule in advance.
- Daily Production: Prepare daily production as scheduled and ensure all tasks are completed efficiently.
- Stock Management: Establish par stock levels to prevent overproduction and waste.
- Food Safety: Organize chillers and freezers according to food safety standards. Fill in temperature logs and take necessary actions.
- Equipment Maintenance: Ensure all kitchen equipment is in proper working condition.
- Quality Control: Maintain the highest quality and appearance of all prepared food.
- Sanitary Practices: Adhere to sanitary standards and practice the “Clean as you go” policy.
- End of Shift Duties: Break down and clean food production areas at the end of shifts.
- Proper Rotation: Follow procedures for the proper rotation, dating, labeling, and covering of food items.
- Cleaning Procedures: Use cleaning supplies according to procedures.
- Standards Adherence: Follow Kitopi and the brands' standards consistently.
Who Are We Looking For?
- Experience: Previous experience in a similar environment, with a high-volume catering background preferred.
- Pastry Skills: Demonstrated strong understanding and experience in basic pastry techniques.
- Communication: Strong communication skills (verbal, listening, writing).
- Teamwork: Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Education: Certification in culinary arts or food management is preferred.
- Language: Good level of English is essential.
- Vaccination: Due to new regulations, only vaccinated candidates will be considered.
