Executive Chef - Indian Cuisine (Contract)

TransitPro Solutions; Musandam Governorate; On-site; OMR 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

TransitPro Solutions is seeking an Executive Chef for a luxury resort in Khasab, Oman to lead an Indian restaurant and shape the dining experience with authentic and innovative dishes.

This contract role requires strong leadership, strategic menu development, rigorous cost control, and effective team management; visa sponsorship is available for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef in a high-end Indian restaurant.
• In-depth knowledge of traditional and contemporary Indian recipes and cooking techniques.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to train and motivate a diverse team.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Understanding of food cost control and inventory management.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and update menus for the Indian restaurant, ensuring authenticity and creativity.
• Oversee kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and plating.
• Train and manage kitchen staff to maintain high standards of quality and hygiene.
• Monitor food costs and inventory levels to ensure profitability.
• Collaborate with other departments to plan events and special promotions featuring Indian cuisine.
• Maintain relationships with local suppliers to ensure availability of fresh ingredients.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations at all times.

Skills

Leadership

Menu development

Kitchen operations

Staff training

Food cost control

Inventory management

Food safety

Pressure handling

Education

Culinary Arts degree

Job description

Executive Chef - Indian Cuisine (Contract)

We are seeking a skilled and creative Executive Chef to join our team at a luxury resort in Khasab, Oman. As an Indian cuisine specialist, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of our Indian restaurant, from menu creation to kitchen management. This is a contract position with visa sponsorship available for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Develop and update menus for the Indian restaurant, ensuring authenticity and creativity
• Oversee kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and plating
• Train and manage kitchen staff to maintain high standards of quality and hygiene
• Monitor food costs and inventory levels to ensure profitability
• Collaborate with other departments to plan events and special promotions featuring Indian cuisine
• Maintain relationships with local suppliers to ensure availability of fresh ingredients
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations at all times

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef in a high-end establishment specializing in Indian cuisine
• In-depth knowledge of traditional and contemporary Indian recipes and cooking techniques
• Strong leadership skills and ability to train and motivate a diverse team
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail
• Understanding of food cost control and inventory management
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment

Preferred qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Culinary Arts or related field
• Previous experience working in the Middle East or similar cultural setting
• Knowledge of other regional cuisines within India

This is a contract position with competitive salary package offered.

Non-native English speakers are welcome to apply as English is not required for this role.

Please note that previous experience as an Executive Chef is preferred but not required.

Visa sponsorship will be provided for the selected candidate if needed.