Head Chef - Luxury Kitchen Leader & Menu Innovator

Chedi Hospitality; Medina; On-site; SAR 250,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chedi Hegra in Medina invites an accomplished Head Chef to lead our culinary operations onsite within a luxury hospitality setting. You will drive culinary excellence, inspire a talented kitchen team and ensure outstanding guest dining experiences.

You will oversee menu development, source premium ingredients, manage food costs, maintain HACCP standards, and collaborate with restaurant management on events and seasonal offerings.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Head Chef or Executive Chef in luxury hotels or high-end restaurants.
• Extensive knowledge of international and regional cuisines, with a dedication to culinary excellence.
• Strong leadership skills with a track record of building, motivating, and managing high-performing teams.
• Formal culinary training and relevant certifications.
• Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Commitment to maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and food safety.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all kitchen operations and maintain high standards.
• Create menus and supervise food preparation and presentation.
• Lead, train, and motivate the kitchen team to deliver consistent, high‑quality dishes.
• Source premium ingredients with a focus on freshness and sustainability.
• Maintain HACCP compliance and local hygiene regulations.
• Monitor inventory, control costs, and optimize food expenditure.
• Collaborate with restaurant management on guest experiences, events, and seasonal offerings.
• Stay current with culinary trends and integrate innovative techniques.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary Excellence

Education

Culinary training

Certifications

Job description

The Chedi Hegra in Medina invites an accomplished Head Chef to lead our culinary operations onsite within a luxury hospitality setting. You will drive culinary excellence, inspire a talented kitchen team and ensure outstanding guest dining experiences.

You will oversee menu development, source premium ingredients, manage food costs, maintain HACCP standards, and collaborate with restaurant management on events and seasonal offerings.