R&D Brand Executive Chef

RTC1 Recruitment Services; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 15,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant group based in Kuwait is looking for an experienced R&D Brand Executive Chef specializing in Italian cuisine. The role involves leading culinary R&D, supporting product launches, and training kitchen staff. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in a similar role within the GCC. Competitive salary and benefits, including private medical insurance and accommodation, are offered.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Annual flight ticket for family

3 months accommodation for overseas candidates

Qualifications

• 5 years experience in Italian cuisine restaurants in the GCC.
• Experience in culinary R&D roles.
• Strong skills in food costing and ingredient sourcing.

Responsibilities

• Lead recipe development and culinary innovation.
• Oversee food costing and kitchen equipment evaluation.
• Train chefs while ensuring food safety compliance.

Skills

Culinary Arts

Recipe development

Food safety compliance

Menu innovation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts

Job description

Position Title: R&D Brand Executive Chef - Italian Cuisine

Employment Type: Full Time

Salary: all-inclusive depending on experience and qualifications

Benefits: Private medical insurance and annual flight ticket for familyand 3 months of accommodation will be provided for selected overseas candidate

Job Location: KuwaitCity, Kuwait

About the Client

A well‑known restaurant group of unique concepts, continuously expanding in the GCC and headquartered in Kuwait City, Kuwait.

Job Description

• Lead recipe development, menu innovation, and culinary R&D across all brands.
• Oversee food costing, ingredient sourcing, testing, and kitchen equipment evaluation.
• Support new product launches, kitchen design, and operational improvements.
• Train and guide chefs while ensuring food safety and regulatory compliance.

Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts or relevant field
• At least 5 years GCC experience in similar role from an Italian cuisine restaurant
• Overseas candidates with GCC experience are welcome to apply; joining ticket and visa will be borne by the company