About Calo
Calo is an app providing personalized meal plans for busy people through nutritional algorithms, built with love by chefs, nutritionists, and software engineers. 💚

Launched in Bahrain in 2019, we have since expanded to 5 countries in the region, delivered millions of meals to our customers, and launched our very own Grab & Go Cafe concepts.

We're on a noble mission to make healthy easy. We think this is one of the most important problems to tackle in our world today. We have global ambitions - no small thinking here.

Role Overview

We’re looking for a star player to work closely with the cooking partner, guide and train them, develop new meals, and ensure general customer satisfaction with the food.

Main Responsibilities

Ensure that cooking partner follows all the recipes and guidelines and that final product sent to customers matches the expectations
Work closely with the cooking partner to support them in daily operations and ensure that the meals are cooked, portioned well ahead of dispatch time
Assist in developing and scaling new recipes while ensuring that the flavor and quality standards are maintained.
Modify recipes & create new ones, documenting them in conjunction with the R&D team
Working closely with the R&D team in formulating recipes & creating trendy and high-quality food
Train the kitchen team to prepare new recipes, guide & lead them.
Resourcefully solve any issues that arise and seize control of any problematic situation
Comply with and enforce sanitation regulations and safety standards. Maintain & document records.
Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers
To assign responsibilities to subordinates and to check their performance periodically
To work on training team members in an effective manner to ensure efficiency.
Must be proficient with technology, using Rational ovens, Blast Chillers, freezers & modern cooking equipment & techniques.
Working closely with the Operations & Supply chain team, suggest, and act as a facilitator for the R&D team.
Daily monitor of customer’s feedback, identifying problems and providing tangible solutions.

Ideal Candidate

Qualifications

Must have had previous experience as a Sous Chef
Must have 8 years of experience within the hospitality and catering industry, preferably in Volume operations.
Must be a proficient communicator in English
Previous experience in a food manufacturing facility is a plus
Obsessed with customer’s feedback and satisfaction

Knowledge & Competency

Has had team-leading experiences and would be able to train the kitchen team
Outstanding communication and leadership skills
Up-to-date with culinary trends and optimized kitchen processes
Knowledge of various cooking methods, ingredients, and procedures.
Create and maintain an efficient, hygienic, and positive working environment
Display good work ethic, resourcefulness, and organization
Must be able to work under pressure and manage time accordingly
Ensure quality control and efficient workflow
Strong time-management skills
Ability to spot and resolve problems efficiently
Capable of delegating & managing multiple tasks
Communication and leadership skills
Working knowledge of various computer software programs (MS Office, restaurant management software, POS, MMS )

Personality

Strong communicator
Ability to work both independently and in a team
Eager to learn
Friendly and pleasant personality that can lead with empathy and patience

Perks that come with this role:

The chance to build something extraordinary from the ground up
Access to our mouthwatering meal subscriptions
Competitive benefits and stock options
Working with driven and extremely passionate colleagues in a growth-oriented culture

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