Executive Chef

RAFFLES; Doha; On-site; QAR 240,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Raffles Doha & Fairmont Doha recruit an Executive Chef to provide strategic culinary leadership across both brands at Katara Towers. You will lead culinary operations, set a distinctive culinary vision, and drive innovation, guest experiences and sustainability.

You will manage high-performing teams, ensure uncompromising quality, coordinate with hotel leadership, and elevate the property’s market position in luxury hospitality.

Qualifications

• Extensive senior-level culinary leadership in luxury hotels.
• Experience leading multi-outlet operations and events.
• Proven financial management including budgeting and forecasting.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene and QA.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder skills.
• Fluent in English with hospitality mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary strategy across Raffles Doha & Fairmont Doha.
• Oversee all outlets, banquets and events with quality and consistency.
• Develop innovative concepts, menus and guest experiences.
• Drive cost control, productivity and resource allocation.
• Uphold sustainability and luxury brand standards.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Luxury hospitality

Food cost control

Menu development

Financial management

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Food safety

Sustainability

Innovation

Education

Culinary qualification

Tools

Kitchen management software

Job description

Company Description

Raffles Hotels & Resorts The Birthplace of stories and legends since 1887 Raffles is a legendary brand steeped in history and loved by generations past present and future Raffles at distinguished landmark addresses around the world is the vibrant heart of its destination curating experiences that are culturally enriching intellectually stimulating and always respectful of local communities heritage and the environment Fairmont Hotels & Resorts Join a dynamic team and be part of a network of 90 spectacular properties and 34 more in the pipeline in 30 countries around the globe Our properties are located from the beaches of Hawaii to the unspoiled national parks of Canada to the heart of London to the deserts of the United Arab Emirates

About Raffles & Fairmont Doha

Discover two distinguished luxury brands united within the iconic Katara Towers at Raffles Doha and Fairmont Doha where extraordinary hospitality timeless elegance and world-class experiences come together Raffles Doha offers an atmosphere of intimate luxury and bespoke service where every detail is thoughtfully curated to create meaningful and memorable moments Rooted in a legacy of elegance and artistry Raffles is renowned for delivering gracious hospitality with authenticity sophistication and emotional connection Fairmont Doha embodies the spirit of grand hospitality blending contemporary style with the warmth and energy for which the Fairmont brand is celebrated worldwide With a focus on exceptional service vibrant guest experiences and a deep sense of place Fairmont creates unforgettable stays for today s global traveler Together Raffles & Fairmont Doha provide a dynamic and inspiring environment for hospitality professionals who are passionate about excellence Joining our team means becoming part of a culture that values individuality nurtures talent and empowers colleagues to create remarkable experiences every day

About the Application Process

At Raffles & Fairmont Doha we want to bring out your highest potential Shortly after applying you will receive an email from our partner AssessFirst prompting you to create a profile and complete a questionnaire This is a mandatory step for your candidacy to be considered as it enables us to explore your compatibility with this role and our culture of luxury excellence

Job Description

We invite you to join the world of luxury hospitality at Raffles & Fairmont Doha as our new Executive Chef As the Executive Chef you will provide strategic culinary leadership across Raffles & Fairmont Doha shaping a exceptional culinary vision aligned with the standards and distinctive positioning of both brands You will lead the culinary operation with a strong focus on innovation exceptional guest experiences commercial performance quality sustainability and operational excellence You will inspire and develop high-performing culinary teams drive new concepts and gastronomic experiences and ensure uncompromising standards across all dining outlets and events Working closely with the executive leadership and wider hotel teams you will elevate the culinary identity of the property strengthen its market position and continuously redefine luxury through exceptional food creativity and hospitality

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the overall culinary strategy and daily operations across Raffles & Fairmont Doha aligning culinary excellence with luxury brand standards and business objectives
• Oversee all culinary outlets banquets in-room dining and special events ensuring seamless execution consistency and exceptional guest experiences
• Develop and implement innovative culinary concepts menus and experiences that elevate the property s market positioning and drive commercial performance
• Drive operational efficiency through strategic planning kitchen organisation productivity management cost control and effective resource allocation
• Establish and maintain uncompromising standards for food quality presentation consistency hygiene food nbsp

Qualifications

What will you bring to this role

• Extensive senior-level culinary leadership experience within luxury hotels resorts or high-end hospitality environments
• Strong track record of leading complex culinary operations across multiple outlets banqueting events and high-volume service environments
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic culinary concepts while maintaining operational excellence and commercial performance
• Proven experience in financial management including budgeting forecasting food cost labour productivity purchasing and inventory control
• Strong knowledge of luxury culinary standards food safety hygiene quality assurance and operational compliance
• Demonstrated success in leading developing and mentoring diverse high-performing culinary teams
• Creative and commercially minded approach to menu development culinary innovation guest experience and revenue generation
• Strong understanding of current culinary trends sustainable practices and evolving luxury guest expectations
• Excellent communication collaboration decision-making and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to operate effectively in a dynamic multicultural and fast-paced hospitality environment
• Relevant professional culinary qualification or equivalent combination of education training and demonstrated experience
• Embrace the Raffles & Fairmont brand promise and luxury in your role and in all your interactions
• Foster an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued and respected
• Create an environment where colleagues are empowered supported and recognized