Executive Chef - Salalah, Oman

JobLeader; Dhofar; On-site; OMR 6,600 - 8,900; Full time

Job summary

JobLeader in Salalah, Oman, seeks an Executive Chef to lead all kitchen operations, menu planning, and quality assurance for a premium dining experience. The role encompasses overseeing food preparation, staff training, and collaboration with front-of-house to ensure flawless service.

The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, creative flair with fresh ingredients, and fluent English, with Arabic a plus, and holds a transferable Oman visa. This is a full-time on-site position in Salalah.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Executive Chef or similar in a high-end restaurant.
• Strong leadership to manage a diverse kitchen team.
• Creative mindset with a passion for unique dishes.
• Knowledge of varied cooking techniques and cuisines.
• Excellent English; Arabic a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop menus and new dishes aligned with concept and guest preferences.
• Manage inventory and control costs by sourcing quality ingredients.
• Train, supervise, and motivate kitchen staff to maintain productivity, efficiency, and hygiene.
• Ensure the kitchen stays clean, organized and compliant with safety standards.
• Oversee food preparation and presentation for consistency and quality.
• Collaborate with front-of-house to ensure a seamless dining experience.
• Stay updated on industry trends and apply them to menus.

Skills

Menu planning

Food preparation

Inventory management

Staff training

Hygiene & safety

Team leadership

Quality control

English communication

Job description

Executive Chef - Salalah, Oman

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and talented Executive Chef to join our team in Salalah, Oman. As the Executive Chef, you will be responsible for managing and overseeing all aspects of our kitchen operations, including menu planning, food preparation, and ensuring the quality of our dishes meets the highest standards. This is a full-time position with a competitive salary of 1800$ per month.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop menus and create new dishes that align with our restaurant's concept and customer preferences.
• Manage inventory and control costs by sourcing high-quality ingredients at the best prices.
• Train, supervise, and motivate kitchen staff to maintain high levels of productivity, efficiency, and hygiene.
• Ensure the kitchen is always clean, organized, and up to safety standards.
• Oversee food preparation and presentation to ensure consistency and quality.
• Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure a seamless dining experience for our guests.
• Stay updated on industry trends and incorporate them into our menu offerings.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience as an Executive Chef or similar role in a high-end restaurant setting.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage a diverse team.
• Creative mindset with a passion for creating unique dishes using fresh ingredients.
• In-depth knowledge of various cooking techniques and cuisines.
• Excellent communication skills in English (Arabic proficiency is a plus).
• Must have own visa or transferable visa in Oman.