Executive Chef - Lead Haute Cuisine & Team Innovation

Woopel; Dar Kulayb; On-site; BHD 5,900 - 8,400; Full time

Job summary

Woopel in Dar Kulaib, Bahrain, seeks an Executive Chef to lead a high-end restaurant kitchen. You will oversee all culinary operations, menu design, and guest satisfaction, collaborating with management to uphold exceptional quality.

You will train and manage a diverse team, ensure food safety, control costs, and stay ahead of trends while maintaining a demanding schedule. Fluency in English is required, with Arabic a plus.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef or similar role in a high-end restaurant.
• Culinary degree or equivalent certification preferred.
• Strong leadership to manage a diverse kitchen team.
• Excellent communication, fluent English (Arabic proficiency is a plus).
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations, including prep, cooking and plating.
• Train and manage chefs, cooks and staff.
• Develop menu items using seasonal ingredients and market trends.
• Ensure food quality meets established standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized kitchen; manage inventory and orders.
• Collaborate on budgeting, cost control and pricing strategies.
• Ensure safety regulations and a safe work environment.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations for kitchen staff.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

English fluency

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent certification

Job description

Woopel in Dar Kulaib, Bahrain, seeks an Executive Chef to lead a high-end restaurant kitchen. You will oversee all culinary operations, menu design, and guest satisfaction, collaborating with management to uphold exceptional quality.

You will train and manage a diverse team, ensure food safety, control costs, and stay ahead of trends while maintaining a demanding schedule. Fluency in English is required, with Arabic a plus.