Executive Chef - Contemporary Japanese & Asian

Rosewood Hotel Group; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 72,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Rosewood Hotel Group is seeking a Chef de Cuisine for their prestigious restaurant in Saudi Arabia. This role involves leading the culinary team in creating an exceptional Japanese-inspired dining experience while maintaining the highest standards of Rosewood luxury.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 8-10 years of culinary experience with strong expertise in Japanese cuisine. Responsibilities include managing kitchen operations, developing menus that reflect seasonal ingredients, and ensuring a memorable guest experience.

Pre-opening experience and a culinary degree are preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8-10 years of culinary experience, including 3-5 years as Chef de Cuisine in luxury settings.
• Strong expertise in Japanese and contemporary Asian gastronomy.
• Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Lead the restaurant’s culinary vision, focusing on contemporary Asian and Japanese-inspired cuisine.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations including quality control and plating standards.
• Recruit, develop, and inspire a high-performing culinary team.

Skills

Japanese cuisine expertise

Leadership

Creative innovation

Food safety and hygiene

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent professional training

Tools

Sous vide

Josper grill

Job description

Rosewood Hotel Group is seeking a Chef de Cuisine for their prestigious restaurant in Saudi Arabia. This role involves leading the culinary team in creating an exceptional Japanese-inspired dining experience while maintaining the highest standards of Rosewood luxury.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 8-10 years of culinary experience with strong expertise in Japanese cuisine. Responsibilities include managing kitchen operations, developing menus that reflect seasonal ingredients, and ensuring a memorable guest experience.

Pre-opening experience and a culinary degree are preferred.