Head Chef (Mediterranean Cuisine)

Cutting Edge Recruitment; Bahrain; On-site; BHD 14,000 - 17,500; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Bahrain seeks an experienced Head Chef specializing in Mediterranean cuisine. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience managing food direction, menu development, and supplier relationships. Strong training and communication skills are essential for inspiring a team and meeting brand standards. This role offers a significant opportunity to influence food quality and strategic direction.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in a Head Chef / Brand Chef role with focus on Mediterranean cuisine.
• Experience in menu development is essential.
• Must demonstrate clear communication skills and be capable of managing and inspiring team members.

Responsibilities

• Manage the food direction of the brand in line with management strategy.
• Source suitable ingredients for the Brand.
• Develop recipes in accordance with the quarterly business calendar.
• Ensure recipe training documents are accurate and standard.
• Implement operationally efficient systems across all units.
• Monitor food standards for consistency.

Skills

Menu development

Relationship management with suppliers

Training and development

Clear communication

Job description

Head Chef (Mediterranean Cuisine):

The Chef must have a passion for nostalgic but refreshed cuisine and focused on flavor and quality ingredients.

Head Chef Responsibilities:

• Manage the food direction of the brand in line with the strategy agreed upon by the management team.
• Source ingredients and products for the Brand which are suitable for all SBU needs and our business viable.
• Develop recipes for main and promotional menus in accordance with the quarterly business calendar
• Ensure all recipe training documents are produced to the Brand standard and are accurate.
• Develop and implement operationally efficient systems for the Brand that can be implemented in all local and international units.
• Monitor food standards to ensure consistency of food in line with Brand standards.

Head Chef Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years experience in a Head Chef / Brand Chef role with a particular focus on Mediterranean cuisine.
• Menu development experience is essential.
• Experience managing relationships between suppliers locally and internationally.
• Is required to set the example of skills needed for the Brand.
• Is a role model to all staff and is able to assist in the training of employees within the business.
• Clear communication skills must be evident, with a demonstrated ability to manage, develop, inspire and motivate team members.

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