Executive Chef

We are seeking a highly skilled and creative Executive Chef to lead our restaurant’s kitchen operations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for menu planning, food preparation, maintaining food quality standards, managing kitchen staff, ensuring hygiene compliance, and controlling kitchen costs. You should have a deep passion for culinary excellence, leadership ability, and a flair for innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and design innovative menus based on seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.

• Oversee daily kitchen operations and ensure consistency in food quality and presentation.

• Supervise and train kitchen staff, ensuring compliance with food safety and hygiene standards.

• Monitor inventory levels and place orders for food, supplies, and equipment as needed.

• Maintain food cost and kitchen budgets effectively.

• Collaborate with restaurant management to introduce special dishes, promotions, and events.

• Ensure a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef or Head Chef in a high-volume restaurant.

• Culinary degree or equivalent experience.

• Strong leadership, time management, and team-building skills.

• Deep knowledge of modern cooking techniques and global cuisines.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment.

Preferred Skills:
Menu engineering, food styling, vendor negotiation, costing, and sustainability practices.