Home cook POSITION

Apply before march 9th - 11:59 pm

We’re looking for individuals to join our support team of cooks. If you have an upbeat personality, appreciate food and know Egyptian cuisine better than the palm of your hand, read on!

WHAT’S THE
JOB LIKE?

You will be taking guests around a local Egyptian market, teaching them about market culture, Egyptian produce and how to pick the freshest ingredients before heading to our kitchen space. With your guidance and skill the guests will learn how to cook up an Egyptian feast, learn about the significance of the dishes, life as a local and get a taste of Egyptian hospitality as you all sit together to share the meal.

THE IDEAL
CANDIDATE

  • Speaks fluent English and Arabic (French and/or Spanish is a huge plus).

  • Is a seasoned home chef and has passion for food and the kitchen.

  • Is knowledgeable in Egyptian ingredients, produce and cuisine.

  • Can lead guests on a guided market tour, keeping them engaged and
    answering relevant questions.

  • Is a natural teacher and has the ability to lead a class independently
    while managing time in an effective manner.

  • Loves to host and show guests a good time.

  • Is engaging and able to hold a conversation (excellent communication
    & interpersonal skills).

  • Can work within a team and delegate accordingly.

  • Can engage with a variety of people from different cultures and backgrounds.

  • Is a local living in Cairo.

  • Has a flexible schedule that can accommodate classes mid-week.

Responsibilities

  • Clocking-in on time to prep for the class.

  • Meeting guests at the meeting point.

  • Accommodating to the different dietary requirements of our guests if any.

  • Leading the class, making sure that guests are engaged and receiving all the
    relevant information. 

  • Sending the guests the post-class email with the recipe book and relevant links.

  • Able to complete a quota of 4 classes a month minimum and is committed to the
    bookings once confirmed.

  • Regularly checking our work communication channels and remaining up-to-date with
    all our announcements.

Good To Know

  • We offer three classes: 1 breakfast menu and 2 dinner menus.

  • Breakfast classes start at 10:00 AM (9:00 AM clock-in to prep).

  • Dinner Classes start at 5:00 PM (3:30 PM clock-in to prep).

  • Private classes start based on the client’s request - anywhere between
    11:00 AM and 6:00 PM.

  • During Ramadan we only offer the dinner classes. We start at  2:00 PM
    to ensure that food is ready by Iftar.

  • Payments start at 2000 EGP/class.

BEFORE YOU APPLY

There are a few things we want you to know before you apply for this ROLE:

  • We only process applications through the “Apply Now” button below. Any
    applications received via social media, email, or any other forms will be
    disregarded without notice.

  • This role requires hosting a trial to demonstrate your cooking skills and ability
    to lead a class.

  • Our support cooks must be available for at least 4 classes a month, if your
    schedule doesn’t have that flexibility, it’s highly unlikely for us to consider
    your application for this position.

  • This role requires locals who were born and (mostly) raised in Cairo.
    We are currently not considering non-Egyptians for this role.

  • Freelancing in the tourism industry is seasonal. We are not obliged to
    provide a consistent flow of opportunities if you’re hired for this position.

  • Please refer to the FAQ section if you have any questions.

WHAT DO I NEED
TO DO TO APPLY?

  • Click on the “Apply Now” button below to fill in the application. The application must be filled in one go, so please factor in enough time to fill and submit it. We recommend keeping your answers in a separate note in case of technical errors. You should see a thank you page once you submit.

  • That’s it! Regardless of the results, you’ll hear from us in 7-10 working days after applications close.

  • Individuals who pass the first round will be invited to an interview.

Still have questions? Please refer to the FAQ section below. If you cannot find the answer you’re looking for, get in touch.

frequently asked questions

I work a full time job and I don’t have flexible work hours,
can I still apply?

If you’ll be able to meet your quota of 4 classes a month by doing classes on Fridays and Saturdays, you can still apply. However, individuals with more flexible schedules (who are also available mid-week) have better chances of getting the position since we run classes regularly. This role is perfect for those who are already freelancers in their own field.

Is the Demo clasS paid?

No, however we will be covering the costs of all the ingredients and will provide the appliances and tools.

What happens if I don’t fulfill my 4 classes a month quota?

We’ll be setting up a meeting with you to decide on the best next steps, this will be further explained if you are selected.

What if you don’t provide me with enough opportunities for
classes during the low season?

Then you won’t be required to fulfill 4 classes a month. Just remember that we are not obliged to provide you with a consistent flow of freelance opportunities.

Do I have to be a licensed chef or have prior chef experience to apply?

No, you don’t need to have any formal training/experience prior to applying.

Is this job role open to university students?

No, we are currently only accepting graduates and fresh graduates.

i am not a fluent english-speaker, but i speak french/spanish/
ITALIAN/german or another language, can i still apply?

If you can comfortably hold an advanced conversation in a language other than Arabic, you can apply - however our cooking classes currently run in English with languages slowly rolling out, meaning that we might not be able to immediately provide you with work. Make sure to mention this in your application.

Please note that individuals applying for tours in other languages will go through a language test.

I’m half-egyptian, can i still apply?

If you’ve spent adequate time growing up in Cairo, you can definitely apply.
Please mention this in your application.