Executive Chef | Lead & Innovate in Mecca’s Fine Kitchen

PPOAR; Makkah Region; On-site; SAR 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

PPOAR in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, seeks an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations and ensure exceptional dining experiences. You will plan menus, train staff, manage inventory, and maintain rigorous health and safety standards in a high-end restaurant environment.

The ideal candidate has extensive leadership in a professional kitchen, strong cooking technique knowledge, and a creative mindset with a passion for delivering outstanding dishes.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Executive Chef or similar role.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Extensive knowledge of cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Creative mindset with a passion for unique dishes.

Responsibilities

• Plan and create menus reflecting concept and guest preferences.
• Supervise and train kitchen staff in food preparation and safety.
• Monitor inventory and ensure timely ordering of ingredients.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen.
• Conduct quality checks to ensure dish consistency.
• Collaborate with management on new menu items and specials.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Menu planning

Food safety

Team training

Cooking techniques

Communication

Creativity

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent experience

5+ years leadership in kitchen

Job description

PPOAR in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, seeks an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations and ensure exceptional dining experiences. You will plan menus, train staff, manage inventory, and maintain rigorous health and safety standards in a high-end restaurant environment.

The ideal candidate has extensive leadership in a professional kitchen, strong cooking technique knowledge, and a creative mindset with a passion for delivering outstanding dishes.