SLBFE Israel Job Vacancies 2026

The Israel Restaurant Sector Employment Program allows foreign workers, including Sri Lankan applicants, to secure jobs in kitchens, hotels and chain restaurants through the Sri Lanka Foreign Employment Bureau. Registration for the Israel Restaurant Sector Portal will begin on August 10, 2026, targeting the first 4,000 applicants with English skills and relevant experience.

Organization: Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE)

Restaurant Sector Jobs in Israel (Male Applicants Only)

The Israel Restaurant Employment Program is a bilateral initiative that aims to facilitate legal and regulated employment opportunities abroad for Sri Lankan hospitality workers. Managed by the Sri Lanka Overseas Employment Bureau (SLBFE), the program opens employment pathways for qualified foreign workers to fill positions in various sectors of the food service industry in Israel, including commercial kitchens, hotels, and restaurant chains.

Program Scope and Key Roles

This initiative addresses the growing labor shortage in Israel’s culinary and hospitality sectors by providing structured, government-supported employment pathways for Sri Lankan workers. Selected candidates will perform a variety of roles in kitchens and operations, including:

• Kitchen and Food Preparation: Assistants responsible for cutting, peeling, preparing, sorting, and cooking food.
• Cleaning and Maintenance: Specialists in dishwashing and maintaining work surfaces.
• Food Service Operations: Support staff in food service facilities within hotels, restaurant chains, and commercial food centers.
• Registration Opens and Online Portal Launch

Registration officially opens on August 10, 2026,at 12:00 p.m, through the portal dedicated to the Israeli restaurant sector on the SLBFE platform. The number of eligible applicants is limited to 4,000, so it is crucial to submit your application on time.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible, applicants must meet the following basic requirements:

• Language Proficiency: Excellent communication skills in English are required to ensure efficient and safe work in multicultural kitchens.
• Work Experience: Proven experience in commercial kitchen operations, food preparation, or hotel service.
• Practical Assessment: Candidates must pass a practical assessment that includes basic cooking skills, equipment operation, and hygiene standards.
• Required Documents: Valid passport, criminal record certificate, and mandatory medical examinations.

Benefits and Government Protection

By channeling the recruitment process exclusively through official SLBFE and government channels, the program protects workers from unethical recruitment practices and illegal fees. Participants receive standard employment contracts that detail working hours, competitive wages, health insurance, and accommodation, all in accordance with Israeli labor law.

This structured program offers Sri Lankan workers a secure employment opportunity abroad, while strengthening bilateral relations and supporting Israel’s culinary sector. Candidates are advised to prepare their documentation before the program begins on August 10 2026, at 12:00 P.M.

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