Summary
KitchenPark repurposes underutilized properties into equipped kitchens for restaurant and food-delivery businesses. The Real Estate Sourcer will identify potential sites across Kuwait, contact landlords and local authorities, negotiate with property stakeholders, and assess regulatory requirements. The role also involves market analysis, financial models, feasibility studies, investment materials, and maintaining accurate real estate databases. A relevant engineering degree, knowledge of Kuwait’s commercial real estate market, and fluency in English and Arabic are required; the role is based onsite in Salmiya five days a week.
The posting
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Who we are
At Kitchen Park, our mission is centered on enhancing affordability, quality, and convenience for all. By repurposing underutilized properties into smart, fully equipped kitchens, we empower restaurateurs to thrive in the evolving food delivery landscape while delivering better experiences to customers and local communities.
We offer customized kitchen spaces designed for modern chefs and restaurant owners looking to tap into or scale within the delivery market. Our facilities support the production of virtually all cuisine types and can be tailored in both layout and equipment to meet specific operational needs. As our partners grow, we grow with them—providing flexible solutions that support expansion at every stage.
What you’ll do
- Source new properties and initiate contact with landlords and local authority areas across Kuwait.
- Negotiate with landlords, developers, and clear regulatory requirements to secure viable sites.
- Conduct comprehensive market research and analysis to identify real estate trends, opportunities, and risks.
- Prepare detailed financial models, forecasts, and feasibility studies for potential investments and developments.
- Assist in the preparation of investment memorandums, presentations, and reports for stakeholders.
- Monitor and analyze key economic indicators, regulatory changes, and market dynamics impacting the real estate sector in Kuwait.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, legal, and development, to support decision-making processes.
- Maintain and update real estate databases, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.
- Collaborate closely with other Real Estate Sourcers and the Real Estate Acquisitions Manager to align on sourcing strategy, deal prioritization, and market coverage.
What we’re looking for
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Civil, Construction, Mechanical, Electrical or related field).
- Strong technical and analytical skills with the ability to evaluate properties from both a technical and commercial perspective.
- Excellent analytical and quantitative skills with attention to detail.
- An understanding of the commercial real estate market in Kuwait.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Arabic (essential), with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment; demonstrating resilience, adaptability, and effectiveness under pressure.
Your key attributes
- Curiosity - an insatiable appetite to understand customers’ challenges; a lifelong learner, coachable
- Hustler - bold, hard-working, and an inner drive to hit targets
- Adaptability - you’re highly flexible and responsive to changing external conditions
- Communicator - creative, innovative, strategic
Why join us
- Demand for online food delivery is growing really fast! In the last 5 years, just in the US, the overall market has expanded 10X from $10B to $100B, and could expand to $500bn- $1T by 2030.
- Changing the restaurant industry: You’ll be part of a team that helps restaurants succeed in online food delivery.
- Collaborative environment: You will receive support and guidance from experienced colleagues and managers, helping you to learn, grow, and achieve your goals, and you’ll work closely with other teams to ensure our customers’ success.
What else you need to know
This role is based in our Salmiya office. As a company driven by innovation and continuous change, close collaboration is essential. We’re constantly reimagining our industry, creating new products, and refining our processes, and we do our best work together. That’s why all of our office-based teams work onsite, five days a week.
Ready to join us as we serve those who serve others?
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