Executive Chef - Mecca, Saudi Arabia

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

Executive Chef - Mecca, Saudi Arabia

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Executive Chef to join our team in Mecca, Saudi Arabia. As the Executive Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing the culinary operations of our restaurant, ensuring that all dishes are prepared to the highest standards and that our guests have an exceptional dining experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan and create menus that reflect our restaurant's concept and cater to our guests' preferences
• Supervise and train kitchen staff in food preparation, presentation, and safety standards
• Monitor inventory levels and ensure timely ordering of ingredients and supplies
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen environment
• Conduct regular quality control checks to ensure consistency in dishes
• Collaborate with management to develop new menu items and specials
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation regulations

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef or similar role in a high-end restaurant
• Ability to lead and motivate a team of kitchen staff
• In-depth knowledge of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to give clear instructions
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Creative mindset with a passion for creating unique dishes

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or equivalent experience preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a leadership role in a professional kitchen
• Must be able to work flexible hours including weekends
• Fluent in English (Arabic language skills are a plus)

Salary

1700$ per month (negotiable based on experience)

If you have a passion for creating exceptional dishes and leading a team of talented chefs, we would love for you to join our team as the Executive Chef. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is looking to take their career to the next level while being part of a dynamic and growing restaurant in Mecca, Saudi Arabia.