Executive Chef

Description

Summary: Seeking a highly skilled Executive Chef to lead kitchen operations, oversee food preparation, and manage culinary teams, ensuring high standards of hygiene and customer satisfaction. Highlights: 1. Lead and manage all kitchen operations and culinary staff 2. Design and develop menus based on seasonality, trends, and customer preferences 3. Ensure high standards of food quality, taste, and presentation We are seeking a highly skilled and creative Executive Chef to lead the kitchen operations, oversee food preparation, and manage culinary teams. The Executive Chef is responsible for menu planning, food quality, kitchen management, cost control, and ensuring high standards of hygiene and customer satisfaction in a hotel, restaurant, or catering environment. **Key Responsibilities** * Lead and manage all kitchen operations and culinary staff * Design and develop menus based on seasonality, trends, and customer preferences * Ensure high standards of food quality, taste, and presentation * Supervise food preparation, cooking, and plating processes * Manage food cost, inventory, and kitchen budget control * Ensure compliance with health, safety, and hygiene standards (HACCP) * Train, mentor, and evaluate kitchen staff performance * Coordinate with F\&B management for events and special functions * Monitor stock levels and order kitchen supplies as needed * Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen areas **Requirements** * Minimum **5–10 years of experience** in professional kitchen operations * At least **2–3 years in a senior chef role (Sous Chef or Executive Chef Assistant)** * Culinary degree or diploma from a recognized **culinary institute** is preferred * Strong knowledge of **international cuisines and modern cooking techniques** * Experience in **menu planning, food costing, and kitchen budgeting** * Strong leadership and team management skills * Knowledge of **HACCP, food safety, and hygiene standards** * Ability to work under pressure in a fast\-paced environment * Excellent creativity, presentation, and attention to detail * Strong communication and organizational skills * Experience in **luxury hotels, fine dining, or large\-scale catering** is preferred * Ability to manage multiple kitchen sections efficiently Job Type: Full\-time Pay: QAR7,000\.00 \- QAR11,000\.00 per month Education: * Primary (Preferred) Experience: * Kitchen Operation: 5 years (Required) Language: * english (Required) Location: * Qatar (Required) Work Location: In person