Executive Chef

IHG Hotels & Resorts; Doha; On-site; QAR 146,000 - 255,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

Hotel room discounts

Extensive training programs

Job summary

IHG Hotels & Resorts in Doha is seeking an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations across two hotels, ensuring high standards, cost control, and menu innovation. You will mentor staff, manage budgets, and uphold brand and regulatory requirements to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

The role requires proven executive leadership, strong knowledge of international cuisines, and a culinary degree or certification. A dynamic, guest-focused approach with excellent teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef or Head Chef in a reputable establishment.
• Extensive knowledge of culinary arts, cooking techniques, and international cuisines.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent understanding of food costing, inventory management, and budgeting.
• Proficiency in hygiene and food safety regulations (e.g., HACCP).
• Creative flair with a passion for developing new dishes and menus.
• Relevant culinary degree or certification.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day kitchen activities across the two hotels.
• Plan and assign work, and establish performance and development goals for colleagues.
• Provide mentoring, coaching, and regular feedback to help manage conflict and improve team member performance.
• Maintain updated and accurate costing and documentation of all dishes prepared and sold in the food and beverage operations.
• Educate and train colleagues in compliance with brand standards, service behaviors, and governmental regulations.
• Ensure colleagues have the tools, training, and equipment to carry out job duties.
• Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments.
• Monitor competitor and industry trends.
• Adhere to governmental regulation as well as brand standards and hotel or company policies and procedures.
• Participate in the preparation of the hotel’s annual budget and the setting of departmental goals

Skills

Executive Chef leadership

Culinary expertise

Team management

Food costing & budgeting

HACCP compliance

Menu design & development

Education

Culinary degree or certification

Job description

About us We want to welcome you to a world of bringing True Hospitality to everyone. When you join us at IHG®, you become part of our global family. A welcoming culture of warmth, honesty, and a passion for providing True Hospitality. We pride ourselves on letting your personality and passions shine, recognizing the individual contribution you make, and supporting your ambition to learn and create your own career path. In making a difference to our guests and owners, colleagues and communities, every day is a chance to create great and unique experiences, in your own way. With over 370,000 colleagues in nearly 100 countries sharing our values, there are countless opportunities at your fingertips. We’re growing; grow with us. Conveniently located in the heart of one of Doha's key business districts, close to major banks, Crowne Plaza and Holiday Inn Doha – The Business Park is just a 15-minute drive by car or complimentary shuttle from Doha's Hamad International Airport and near such attractions as Museum of Islamic Arts and Souk Waqif. Our 378 stylish guestrooms and suites at Crowne Plaza and 307 well-appointed guestrooms at Holiday Inn are all equipped with modern amenities designed for comfort and high-speed wireless internet access to stay connected.

Your day-to-day:

As Executive Chef you’ll direct all kitchen activities and prepare our delicious food - helping create memorable experiences for guests - whenever and wherever they dine. You’ll also ensure quality, kitchen maintenance, and inventory functions kept to our high standards - to make sure your kitchen is always running smoothly.

• Manage day-to-day kitchen activities across the two hotels.
• Plan and assign work, and establish performance and development goals for colleagues.
• Provide mentoring, coaching, and regular feedback to help manage conflict and improve team member performance.
• Maintain updated and accurate costing and documentation of all dishes prepared and sold in the food and beverage operations.
• Educate and train colleagues in compliance with brand standards, service behaviors, and governmental regulations.
• Ensure colleagues have the tools, training, and equipment to carry out job duties.
• Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments.
• Recommend and/or initiate promotions, disciplinary or other staffing/human resources-related actions in accordance with hotel or company rules and policies.
• Solicit guest feedback to improve food quality quality.
• Assist with addressing customer questions and issues relating to kitchen services.
• Assist Food and Beverage in-charge with menu planning, food and beverage coordination, table arrangements, decoration options, etc.
• Ensure that all menu items are prepared and presented according to established recipes and standards.
• Develop menu design and concepts for all food and/or beverage outlets, and catering events.
• Monitor competitor and industry trends.
• Maintain procedures to ensure the security and proper storage of food and beverage products, inventory and equipment. Replenish supplies in a timely manner and minimize waste and pilferage.
• Ensure that all kitchen equipment and storerooms are in proper operational condition and are cleaned on a regular basis.
• Adhere to governmental regulation as well as brand standards and hotel or company policies and procedures.
• Participate in the preparation of the hotel’s annual budget and the setting of departmental goals

What We Need From You

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef or Head Chef in a reputable establishment.
• Extensive knowledge of culinary arts, cooking techniques, and international cuisines.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent understanding of food costing, inventory management, and budgeting.
• Proficiency in hygiene and food safety regulations (e.g., HACCP).
• Creative flair with a passion for developing new dishes and menus.
• Relevant culinary degree or certification.

What you can expect from us:

We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work-life – including a full uniform, impressive room discounts, and some of the best training in the business.

Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate differences and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

IHG gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow, and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well – both inside and outside of work – and through our myWellbeing