Executive Chef - Six Senses Amaala

InterContinental Hotels Group; Saudi Arabia; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel brand in Saudi Arabia seeks an Executive Chef for the Six Senses Amaala. The role entails managing culinary operations, implementing wellness and sustainability practices, and ensuring exceptional service quality. A Bachelor's in Culinary Arts and 5 years of luxury hotel experience required.

Qualifications

• 5 or more years of experience in luxury hotels.
• Proven results in culinary management.

Responsibilities

• Manage the efficient operation of the culinary department.
• Establish purchasing practices for sustainability.
• Focus on culinary experience rejuvenation.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Management Skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in Italian

Education

Bachelor’s degree/Diploma in Culinary Arts

Job description

# Executive Chef - Six Senses Amaala

Hotel Brand: Six Senses

Location: Saudi Arabia, Amaala

Hotel: Amaala (RSIAM), Amaala, northwestern coast of the Red Sea

Job number: 143634

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Duties and Responsibilities

As Executive Chef, I will assume full responsibility for the efficient operation of the culinary department to provide exceptional products and services within brand operating standards.

The duties and responsibilities will include:

• Continually focus on the rejuvenation of the culinary experience.
• Monitor sorting of food and material waste and liaise with suppliers and the team for efficient food wastage removal for composting, and if available space, for growing our own produce and featuring this produce in our culinary offerings.
• All aspects of wellness and nutrition initiatives will be adopted and implemented throughout the operation with particular focus on growing or making our own products.
• Establish purchasing practices that meet the requirements of the Six Senses nutrition and sustainability platforms.
• Constantly assess menus to remain relevant and in line with Eat With Six Senses practices.
• Instill a cost-focused philosophy through training and education.
• Establish and deliver pre-established financial returns related to revenue generation, profitability, and ROIC.
• Operate the department consistent with all legal, statutory, and financial requirements and documentation, reporting systems, contractual obligations, security and safety protocols, communications, product and service standards, host management practices, and budgetary controls to ensure the successful operation of the hotel.

Qualifications

To execute the position of Executive Chef, I must have the required qualifications, technical skills, and experience in a similar role in luxury hotels with proven results, including the following:

• Possess a Bachelor’s degree/Diploma in Culinary Arts or related field plus 5 or more years of related experience, including management experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Fluent in Italian and English.

The above is intended to provide an overview of the role and responsibilities for an Executive Chef at Six Senses Amaala. It is not and does not infer that the above is an inclusive and/or exhaustive list of the duties and responsibilities inherent in the position.

Six Senses Amaala is an equal opportunity employer. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.