Chef De Cuisine - Six Senses Zighy Bay

InterContinental Hotels Group; Zahr al Qar; On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Six Senses Zighy Bay as a Chef De Cuisine, where you will be responsible for culinary excellence and operational efficiency. This role calls for a dedicated professional with extensive kitchen experience in a luxury setting, committed to sustainability and crafted experiences.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of kitchen experience in a full-service outlet.
• Knowledge of broiler equipment and meat/fish cookery.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef and manage department operations.
• Rejuvenate culinary experience and assess menus regularly.
• Ensure compliance with legal and operational standards.

Skills

Culinary Arts

Menu Assessment

Cost Management

Food Safety

English Language

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Diploma in Culinary Arts

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, embodying our values of local sensitivity and global sensibility, crafted experiences, emotional hospitality, responsibility, fun, quirkiness, and pioneering wellness.

Sustainability, Wellness, and Out of the Ordinary 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

As Chef De Cuisine, I will support the Executive Chef and assume responsibility for the efficient operation of the department, including:

• Rejuvenating the culinary experience continually.
• Assessing Menus and Wine Lists regularly to remain relevant and aligned with Eat With Six Senses practices.
• Establishing purchasing practices that meet the requirements of the Six Senses nutrition and sustainability platforms.
• Instilling a cost-focused philosophy through training and education.
• Operating the department in compliance with all legal, statutory, and financial requirements, including documentation, reporting systems, contractual obligations, security and safety protocols, communication standards, product and service standards, host management practices, and budget controls.
• Strictly adhering to LQA standards and guest feedback.

Qualifications

To execute the role of Chef De Cuisine, I must have the necessary qualifications, technical skills, and experience in a similar role within luxury hotels, with proven results, including:

• A high school diploma or equivalent and at least 5 years of kitchen experience in a full-service outlet or similar setting. A Diploma in Culinary Arts or equivalent is preferred.
• Knowledge of broiler equipment, understanding of meat and fish cookery, proficient knife skills, and familiarity with farm-to-table concepts.
• Alcohol awareness certification and/or food service permit or valid health/food handler card as required by local or state authorities.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English, with the ability to live in remote locations for extended periods and travel on single status.

The above provides an overview of the role and responsibilities for a Chef De Cuisine at Six Senses Zighy Bay. It is not exhaustive and does not include all duties inherent to the position.

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

Who we are

Six Senses is a changemaker committed to community, sustainability, emotional hospitality, wellness, and crafted experiences, with a touch of quirkiness.

Whether an island resort, mountain retreat, or urban hotel, Six Senses unites a diverse, multinational, and multicultural portfolio of properties. Each property embodies the brand’s values and strives to reawaken people’s senses, helping them understand the purpose behind their travels and reconnect with themselves, others, and the world around them.

Join us on this journey of discovery and meaningful experiences.

If you believe you are a great fit, even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply and start your journey with us today.