Executive Chef

Four Seasons; Doha; On-site; QAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global career growth

50 nationalities culture

Complimentary hotel stays

Job summary

Four Seasons Resort Doha is seeking an Executive Chef to lead all food production across multiple outlets at The Pearl‑Doha. You will manage the Stewarding team, develop menus, and drive quality, safety, and profitability while maintaining exceptional guest experiences.

The role requires strong leadership, luxury hotel experience, and a track record of cost control and team development in a high‑end environment.

Qualifications

• Led culinary teams to deliver high-quality dining experiences.
• Developed fine-dining menus and culinary offerings.
• Experience with food costing, controls, and compliance.
• Strong English communication and teamwork in luxury hotel settings.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all food production across resort outlets.
• Manage Stewarding department and maintain sanitation.
• Develop menus, purchase specs, and recipes.
• Supervise kitchen staff and ensure safety standards.
• Develop and monitor food and labor budgets.
• Ensure health and safety compliance.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Menu development

Food costing

Quality standards

English communication

F&B marketing

Job description

Position Summary

Executive Chef – Four Seasons Resort and Residences at The Pearl, Doha, Qatar.

Location

The Pearl-Qatar is a luxurious beachfront resort in Doha, featuring 161 furnished apartments and 84 private residences along a private beach with gardens, restaurants, bars, a spa, and pool areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all food production across Spuntino Restaurant, Duchess Tea Lounge, Loulou Plage, The Bar, In‑Room Dining, and the Employee Restaurant.
• Manage the Stewarding department to maintain highest cleaning practices.
• Develop menus, food purchase specifications, and recipes.
• Supervise kitchen and stewarding teams, ensuring adherence to quality, safety, and sanitation standards.
• Develop and monitor the food and labor budget for the department.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Essential Functions

• Plan menus for all resort food outlets.
• Schedule and coordinate the work of culinary staff to achieve budgeted labor costs.
• Approve requisition of products and food supplies.
• Maintain sanitation, cleanliness, and safety standards throughout kitchen areas.
• Establish controls to minimize food waste and theft.
• Implement safety and sanitation training for kitchen staff.
• Develop standard recipes and portion controls, aiding in menu pricing.
• Prepare budget data, monitor financial results, and take corrective action.
• Attend food and beverage staff and management meetings.
• Consult with the Food & Beverage Director on special events.
• Direct cooking operations that require skillful preparation.
• Control food and payroll costs for maximum profitability.
• Evaluate product quality and maintain high standards.
• Coordinate with management to exceed member expectations.
• Update policies and procedures for quality and safety.
• Maintain cleaning and maintenance schedules for kitchen areas.
• Provide training and professional development for staff.
• Represent kitchen staff at service lineups and meetings.
• Visit dining areas to engage with members.
• Support a safe work environment.
• Perform additional duties as directed.
• Interview, select, train, supervise, counsel, and discipline department employees.
• Develop and maintain a professional workforce.
• Ensure high‑professional service to members.

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

• Led culinary teams with high standards of customer service and food quality.
• Experience managing food costing, controls, and compliance.
• Developed fine dining menus and culinary offerings.
• Strong passion for food innovation and marketing.
• Excellent communication skills in English and local workplace language.
• Minimum of 6 years in a culinary, food and beverage, or related professional area.
• Experience in luxury hotel or resort environments preferred.

Work Authorization

Hotel will apply for the work authorization for a successful candidate.

Benefits

• Opportunity for global career growth.
• Diverse culture with 50 nationalities.
• Living accommodation in a high‑quality apartment.
• Extensive training and development programs.
• Employee recognition initiatives.
• Complimentary nights at FS Hotels worldwide.
• Paid annual home‑leave tickets.
• Complimentary meals in employee restaurants.
• Medical coverage.