Restaurant Staff (Chef, Assistant Chef, Barista, Food Packager)

As per the Ministry of Labour, the minimum wage for restaurant jobs in Qatar is 1,000 QAR basic salary per month plus 300 QAR food allowance and 500 QAR accommodation allowance as of 2026. Overtime must be paid at 1.25 times the hourly rate after 8 hours per day.

As per the Ministry of Labour, restaurant job applicants from outside Qatar require a valid work visa sponsored by a licensed employer, with the visa issued within 30 days of arrival and renewable after 5 years. The employer must provide a medical fitness certificate and police clearance before visa stamping.

As per the Ministry of Labour, restaurant positions require at least 1 year of relevant experience with no formal education minimum, though a high school certificate or vocational training in hospitality increases approval chances for the work permit.

As per the Ministry of Labour, applicants must submit a valid passport, recent photos, attested educational certificates, experience letters, and a medical report from an approved center, with the full set uploaded via the employer's online portal before the 60-day application window closes.