Lead Greek-Med Kitchen Chef | Creative Menus & Mentorship

The Lifestyle Group; Newport; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership role

Career growth

Brand hospitality

Dynamic environment

Job summary

Cyana Restaurant at Hard Rock Hotel Malta seeks a hands-on Head Chef with a deep passion for Greek and Mediterranean cuisine to lead the kitchen team and deliver exceptional guest experiences.

You will oversee daily operations, menu development, food quality, costing, HACCP compliance and collaboration with Restaurant Management to maintain brand standards and drive culinary excellence.

Qualifications

• Senior kitchen leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of Greek and Mediterranean cuisine.
• Ability to lead and develop a kitchen team.
• Excellent culinary skills with focus on quality and presentation.
• Understanding of food costing, menu engineering, stock control, and kitchen finances.
• Knowledge of HACCP and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and oversee all kitchen operations at Cyana Restaurant.
• Develop, create and maintain menus reflecting authentic Greek and Mediterranean cuisine.
• Ensure consistency in food quality, taste, presentation and portions.
• Lead, motivate, train and develop the kitchen team.
• Plan kitchen schedules, assignments and staffing.
• Monitor costs, portions, wastage and stock for cost control.
• Oversee purchasing, stock management and supplier coordination.
• Ensure HACCP, hygiene and safety requirements are met.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation across kitchen areas.
• Coordinate with Restaurant Manager and F&B teams for smooth operations.
• Monitor guest feedback and identify improvement opportunities.
• Introduce new dishes and seasonal offerings aligned with trends.
• Ensure dishes meet recipes and brand standards.
• Manage kitchen equipment and report maintenance needs.
• Prepare departmental budgets and KPIs.

Skills

Leadership

Greek & Mediterranean cuisine

Menu planning

Food quality

Team development

Communication

English proficiency

Job description

Cyana Restaurant at Hard Rock Hotel Malta seeks a hands-on Head Chef with a deep passion for Greek and Mediterranean cuisine to lead the kitchen team and deliver exceptional guest experiences.

You will oversee daily operations, menu development, food quality, costing, HACCP compliance and collaboration with Restaurant Management to maintain brand standards and drive culinary excellence.