Chef De Cuisine - Six Senses Zighy Bay

InterContinental Hotels Group; Oman; On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

InterContinental Hotels Group is seeking a Chef De Cuisine for Six Senses Zighy Bay, responsible for overseeing culinary operations and ensuring high standards of guest service. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in fine dining, sustainability practices, and management within a luxury hotel environment.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of kitchen experience in luxury hotels.
• Knowledge of broiler equipment and cookery techniques.
• Ability to adhere to safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef and manage culinary department operations.
• Evaluate menus and purchasing practices for sustainability.
• Ensure compliance with legal and internal standards.

Skills

Culinary Arts

Meat and Fish Cookery

Knife Skills

Farm-to-Table Concepts

Alcohol Awareness

Food Safety

English Language

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Diploma in Culinary Arts or similar

Job description

As Chef De Cuisine, I will fully comprehend the vision of Six Senses to help people reconnect with themselves, others, and the world around them, aligning with our values of local sensitivity and global sensibility, crafted experiences, emotional hospitality, responsibility, fun, quirkiness, and pioneering wellness.

Sustainability, wellness, and extraordinary experiences are at the core of everything we do at Six Senses. I will safeguard these pillars and ensure full knowledge and active participation in all our brand initiatives.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef and assume responsibility for the efficient operation of the culinary department.
• Focus on rejuvenating the culinary experience continually.
• Assess menus and wine lists regularly to ensure relevance and alignment with Eat With Six Senses practices.
• Establish purchasing practices that meet the requirements of the Six Senses nutrition and sustainability platforms.
• Promote a cost-focused philosophy through training and education.
• Ensure the department operates in compliance with all legal, statutory, and financial requirements, including documentation, reporting, contractual obligations, security, safety protocols, communication standards, and budget controls.
• Strictly adhere to LQA standards and guest feedback to maintain service excellence.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; a diploma in Culinary Arts or similar is preferred.
• At least 5 years of kitchen experience in a full-service outlet or similar setting within luxury hotels, with proven results.
• Knowledge of broiler equipment, meat and fish cookery, proficient knife skills, and understanding of farm-to-table concepts.
• Alcohol awareness certification and/or food service permit or valid health/food handler card as required by local or state regulations.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English.
• Ability to live in a remote location for extended periods and travel on single status.

The above overview is not exhaustive and may not include all duties and responsibilities associated with the role of Chef De Cuisine at Six Senses Zighy Bay.

Six Senses Zighy Bay is an equal opportunity employer. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.

At IHG, we’ve made a promise to deliver True Hospitality for Good—making our guests and colleagues feel welcome, cared for, recognized, and respected wherever they are in the world. Want to be part of the journey?