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Head of Kitchen Operations (Cloud Kitchens)

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Vacancy 1 position
Experience (years) 8 – 10

Salary & vacancy

1 vacancy

Job Description

As the Head, Kitchen for foodpanda in Dhaka, you will be the architect of our cloud kitchen expansion strategy in Bangladesh. This pivotal role places you at the intersection of business development, operations, and finance, where you will own the country’s Food Services P&L, drive profitable growth, and manage the day-to-day operations of multiple kitchen brands. You will partner closely with global teams, logistics, and customer experience to enhance site performance and identify prime locations for new kitchen spaces, all while upholding the highest standards of health, safety, and hygiene.

We are looking for a highly-driven leader with 8-10 years of experience in a commercial, product, or strategy role within the tech, e-commerce, food, or FMCG sectors. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s or MBA degree, deep financial acumen, and a proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and present to senior leadership. In return, you will join a vibrant, international team at a fast-growing global company, with responsibility from day one, a steep learning curve, and benefits including health insurance and professional development opportunities. This is a unique chance to shape the future of food delivery infrastructure in Bangladesh.

Requirements

  • Experience: 8 – 10 years

Education Requirements

Formal education is a critical requirement for this position.

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • MBA (preferred)

Experience Requirements

This is a senior role demanding significant, relevant professional experience.

  • At least 8 years of experience
  • Maximum 10 years of experience
  • Experience must be in a relevant commercial, product, or strategy-focused role within tech, e-commerce, food, or FMCG

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following core qualifications.

  • Proven track record in business development and stakeholder management
  • Experience in wide-scale project management for a food or delivery service business
  • Owner mindset for financial performance and growth initiatives
  • Expertise in coordinating between logistics, customer experience, and central teams

Skill Requirements

  • Strategic Business Development
  • Financial Planning & Analysis (P&L Management)
  • Project Management
  • Stakeholder Management & Coordination
  • Data Analysis & Decision-Making
  • Cloud Kitchen Operations
  • Restaurant Industry Knowledge
  • Persuasive Business Case Development

Incentive & compensation

Specific salary details are not provided in the job listing.

How to apply for foodpanda jobs

To apply for this position, please follow these steps carefully.

  • Step 1: Click on the official application link provided to access the job portal.
  • Step 2: Review the complete job description and requirements on the portal.
  • Step 3: Submit your updated CV/resume and any required documents through the online form.
  • Apply via the external URL: https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/DeliveryHero/744000117593278-head-kitchen-
  • Note: There is 1 vacancy for this role. The application deadline is not specified; please check the link for the most current status.

About foodpanda

foodpanda is the flagship brand of Delivery Hero, the world’s pioneering local delivery platform headquartered in Berlin, Germany. Operating in over 70 countries, Delivery Hero has been listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange since 2017. The company’s mission is to deliver an amazing, fast, and easy experience directly to customers’ doors. In Bangladesh, foodpanda is a leading food and grocery delivery service, connecting millions of customers with thousands of restaurants and partners through its technology platform.