Head Chef

Apply Now; Doha; On-site; QAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ned Doha is seeking a highly talented Head Chef – Asian Cuisine to lead the restaurant and event dining concept within our luxury hotel in Doha. This senior role requires a deep background in authentic and contemporary Asian cooking and a track record of high standards.

You will design menus reflecting authentic flavors with a modern upscale approach, maintain hygiene and kitchen operations, and mentor a diverse culinary team while collaborating with F&B leadership to uphold the brand.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in Asian cuisine.
• Luxury hotel or high-end restaurant background preferred.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Solid knowledge of food costing and kitchen administration.

Responsibilities

• Lead the overall culinary operations of the Asian kitchen, ensuring exceptional quality, consistency, and presentation.
• Design, develop, and innovate menus reflecting authentic Asian flavors with a modern, upscale approach.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene, food safety, and kitchen organization.
• Manage kitchen costs, food costing, inventory control, and waste reduction.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and inspire the culinary team.
• Collaborate with F&B leadership to align offerings with brand standards and guest expectations.
• Ensure smooth daily operations during service, events, and functions.

Job description

Located in the former Ministry of Interior building, The Ned Doha offers seven restaurants, 90 bedrooms, event venues, and Ned’s Club, a private members’ club that gives access to spaces including a rooftop terrace, a health club with spa, gym and 30m outdoor pool.

Job Purpose

The Ned Doha is seeking a highly talented and visionary Head Chef – Asian Cuisine to lead and elevate our Asian dining concept. This is a senior leadership role for a culinary professional with a strong background in authentic and contemporary Asian cuisine, combined with luxury hotel experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the overall culinary operations of the Asian kitchen, ensuring exceptional food quality, consistency, and presentation
• Design, develop, and innovate menus that reflect authentic Asian flavors with a modern, upscale approach
• Maintain high standards of hygiene, food safety, and kitchen organization in compliance with local and international regulations
• Manage kitchen costs, food costing, inventory control, and waste reduction effectively
• Recruit, train, mentor, and inspire the culinary team to achieve operational excellence
• Collaborate closely with the F&B leadership team to align culinary offerings with the hotel’s brand standards and guest expectations
• Ensure smooth daily operations during service, events, and special functions

Qualifications & Competencies

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef specializing in Asian cuisine (e.g., Japanese, Chinese, Thai, Korean, Southeast Asian, or Pan-Asian)
• Background in luxury hotels or high-end standalone restaurants is highly preferred
• Strong leadership, team management, and communication skills
• Creative, detail-oriented, and passionate about Asian culinary traditions and innovation
• Solid knowledge of food costing, menu engineering, and kitchen administration
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-standard luxury environment

What’s In It for you?

• One of the most iconic place to be and work
• Amazing learning and development program
• Discounted rates at The Ned Doha
• Fantastic career growth opportunities

At The Ned Doha, we don't just celebrate our diversity, we challenge ourselves to do even better. The Ned Doha is committed to being the best place to work, and ensuring that we have a leading diversity, equity and inclusion program is central to making that vision a reality.