Indian Executive Chef in Mecca

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

Job summary

Unknown Hotel Mecca is seeking an experienced Indian Executive Chef to lead its culinary operations, ensuring exceptional food and service for guests in Mecca. You will design menus, supervise kitchen processes, train staff, manage costs, and ensure health and safety standards while delivering authentic Indian cuisine.

Candidates should have at least five years in a similar role, be able to work under pressure, and be based in Mecca or willing to relocate at their own expense; salary is $1700

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as an Executive Chef or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of Indian cuisine and regional variations.
• Proven leadership and ability to manage a kitchen team.
• Fluent English communication.

Responsibilities

• Develop and design menus showcasing traditional and modern Indian cuisine.
• Oversee food preparation and presentation to meet quality standards.
• Train and manage kitchen staff for efficient operations and high-quality dishes.
• Monitor inventory, order supplies, and control budget.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Collaborate with departments for events and promotions.
• Research trends to keep menus fresh and innovative.

Skills

Executive leadership

Team management

Indian cuisine

English communication

Menu planning

Budgeting

Kitchen operations

Job description

Indian Executive Chef in Mecca

Our 5-star hotel in Mecca is seeking an experienced Indian Executive Chef to join our team. As the Executive Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing the culinary operations of our hotel, ensuring high-quality food and service for our guests. Your main duties will include menu planning, food preparation, and managing kitchen staff. We are looking for a talented chef with a passion for Indian cuisine and a minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role. This position does not come with accommodation, so we prefer candidates who are already based in Mecca or willing to relocate at their own expense. The salary for this position is $1700 per month.

Responsibilities

• Develop and design menus that showcase traditional and modern Indian cuisine
• Oversee food preparation and presentation in accordance with quality standards
• Train and manage kitchen staff to ensure efficient operations and high-quality dishes
• Monitor inventory levels, order supplies, and maintain budgetary controls
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
• Collaborate with other departments to plan special events and promotions
• Continuously research new trends in Indian cuisine to keep menus fresh and innovative

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience as an Executive Chef or similar role
• Strong knowledge of Indian cuisine, including regional variations
• Excellent leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a team
• Creative mindset with a passion for creating new dishes
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to speak English fluently