Executive Chef: Culinary Artist in Al Ahmadi

JobCenter; Ahmadi; On-site; KWD 18,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation

Transportation

Health insurance

Annual leave

Job summary

JobCenter in Al Ahmadi seeks an Executive Chef to oversee all kitchen operations, crafting innovative fusion dishes blending African and Egyptian influences with a modern twist. You will lead menu development, supplier relations, and cost control in a high-end restaurant.

The ideal candidate has at least five years as an Executive Chef in upscale settings, a Culinary Arts degree, strong leadership, and excellent English communication.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience as an Executive Chef in a high-end restaurant setting.
• Diploma or degree in Culinary Arts or related field.
• Strong creative flair and passion for creating unique dishes.
• Excellent leadership skills with the ability to mentor a team.
• Excellent communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Develop creative and seasonal menus reflecting our culinary vision.
• Source high-quality ingredients and maintain relationships with suppliers.
• Manage food costs and inventory to ensure profitability.
• Recruit, train and lead kitchen staff to maintain high standards.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards and regulations.
• Collaborate with management on events, promotions and menu changes.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked kitchen at all times.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and incorporate them into menu development.

Skills

Leadership

Creativity

Organization

Communication

Education

Culinary Arts degree

Job description

Executive Chef: Culinary Artist in Al Ahmadi

As an Executive Chef at our upscale restaurant in Al Ahmadi, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the kitchen and culinary operations. Your main focus will be on creating unique and innovative dishes that showcase our fusion of African and Egyptian cuisine with a modern twist.

Your key duties and responsibilities will include:

• Developing creative and seasonal menus that reflect our culinary vision
• Sourcing high-quality, fresh ingredients and maintaining relationships with local suppliers
• Managing food costs and inventory to ensure profitability
• Recruiting, training, and leading a team of kitchen staff to maintain high standards of food quality and presentation
• Ensuring compliance with food safety standards and regulations
• Collaborating with the management team to plan special events, promotions, and menu changes
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and well-stocked kitchen at all times
• Staying up-to-date with industry trends and incorporating them into menu development

The ideal candidate for this role will have:

• A minimum of 5 years experience as an Executive Chef in a high-end restaurant setting
• A diploma or degree in Culinary Arts or related field
• Strong creative flair and passion for creating unique dishes
• Knowledge of African and Egyptian cuisine is preferred
• Excellent leadership skills with the ability to motivate and mentor a team
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Knowledge of food safety regulations
• Excellent communication skills in English

We offer a competitive salary package including accommodation, transportation, health insurance, and annual leave.