Anwar’s Kitchen is a beloved fast-casual Mediterranean restaurant known for its bold flavors, halal ingredients, and modern twist on traditional Middle Eastern cuisine. From hand-stacked chicken and beef shawarma to our crispy falafel and spiced shrimp bowls, we’re proud to serve authentic food with a fresh, LA-style flair.
We’re looking to expand and elevate our menu and that’s where you come in. Our founder (Anwar Jibawi) and team are passionate about food that tells a story. We’re seeking a creative, collaborative, and highly skilled chef to help experiment with new menu items alongside our current executive chef.
🔍 Who We’re Looking For:A chef with deep roots or training in Middle Eastern / Mediterranean cuisine especially Lebanese, Syrian, Turkish, or Palestinian dishes.
Someone who respects tradition but isn’t afraid to innovate with bold new flavors .
Highly experienced in running a halal-certified kitchen or eager to learn.
Comfortable working in a fast-casual kitchen with high volume.
A natural collaborator with a love for experimenting and crafting dishes that excite.
Collaborate with our executive chef to develop and test new menu items .
Bring fresh, innovative takes on traditional dishes while maintaining authenticity.
Maintain kitchen cleanliness, food safety, and efficient prep systems.
Oversee training and consistency for new recipes if adopted.
Conduct occasional tasting sessions with staff and leadership.
Contribute to seasonal and promotional menu ideas.
2+ years in a professional kitchen, preferably focused on Mediterranean cuisine.
Strong knowledge of halal food preparation.
Culinary degree or equivalent real-world experience.
ServSafe or equivalent food safety certification (or willing to obtain).
Excellent knife skills and experience with marinades, grilling, and spice blends.
Have experience building menus or working in test kitchens.
Speak Arabic or have ties to the Middle Eastern culinary community.
Are comfortable being filmed occasionally (we do social media content too).
Have a portfolio of dishes (photos, IG, etc.) we’d love to see your work!