Executive Chef | Dual-Hotel Dining Leader

Tanqeeb; Doha; On-site; QAR 268,000 - 469,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

Room discounts

Extensive training

Career development

Job summary

IHG Hotels & Resorts in Doha is seeking an Executive Chef to lead both hotel kitchens, ensuring culinary excellence, consistency, and cost control across all outlets. You will mentor teams, design menus, and maintain brand standards while overseeing inventory and compliance.

The role requires proven executive-level kitchen leadership, strong budgeting skills, and a passion for creating exceptional guest experiences in a luxury hospitality environment.

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

• Direct all kitchen activities across two hotels.
• Plan and assign work, set performance and development goals for staff.
• Provide mentoring, coaching, and feedback to improve team performance.
• Maintain costing and documentation for dishes and services.
• Educate staff on brand standards, service behaviours, and regulations.
• Ensure tools, training, and equipment are available for duties.
• Promote teamwork and quality service across departments.
• Assist with menu planning and catering coordination.
• Ensure menu items meet established recipes and standards.
• Develop menu concepts for outlets and events.
• Monitor industry trends and adjust operations accordingly.
• Maintain storage and handling procedures; minimize waste.

Skills

Executive Chef experience

Culinary arts knowledge

Leadership & team management

Food costing & budgeting

HACCP & food safety

Menu development

Culinary degree or cert

Education

Culinary degree or certification

Job description

IHG Hotels & Resorts in Doha is seeking an Executive Chef to lead both hotel kitchens, ensuring culinary excellence, consistency, and cost control across all outlets. You will mentor teams, design menus, and maintain brand standards while overseeing inventory and compliance.

The role requires proven executive-level kitchen leadership, strong budgeting skills, and a passion for creating exceptional guest experiences in a luxury hospitality environment.