Head Chef📣 Job Ad

Join Shangri-La Jeddah as Our Executive Chef!
At Shangri-La, we believe in delivering Hospitality from the Heart. We are seeking a passionate and accomplished Executive Chef to lead the culinary vision of Shangri-La Jeddah, our luxury waterfront destination on the Red Sea.

Key Responsibilities:

• Champion culinary creativity while preserving consistency and quality across all outlets.
• Inspire and develop a high-performing brigade, fostering a culture of teamwork and excellence.
• Curate innovative menus and seasonal promotions aligned with our brand positioning.
• Lead large-scale banquet operations with precision and refinement.
• Drive food cost efficiency and productivity while maintaining uncompromising standards.
• Uphold the highest levels of hygiene, food safety, and sustainability.
• Engage with guests to understand their preferences and continuously elevate the dining experience.

Qualifications:

• Brings a minimum of 10 years’ experience in international luxury hospitality.
• Has proven experience as an Executive Chef or equivalent senior culinary leader.
• Demonstrates strong financial acumen and operational discipline.
• Is a natural mentor and team builder.
• Possesses creativity, cultural sensitivity, and a genuine passion for guest engagement.
• Communicates fluently in English (additional languages are an advantage).

This is a unique opportunity to shape the culinary identity of Shangri-La Jeddah. We value your passion and support your personal growth through structured learning and development pathways. Join us for a rewarding journey in a workplace that promotes inclusion and respects diversity.

Join Wild&Org as a Head Chef!
Wild&Org is a Grab&Go cafe dedicated to providing healthy, delicious food to our community in Jeddah. As the Head Chef, you will play a pivotal role in our mission to support our customers' health-conscious lifestyles.

Job Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily kitchen operations and manage kitchen staff.
• Develop and implement innovative menu items that showcase local ingredients.
• Ensure food quality, presentation, and compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Liaise with suppliers and manage inventory effectively.
• Maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment.

Qualifications:

• Culinary skills and expertise in various cooking techniques.
• Experience in menu development and creating new dishes.
• Strong leadership and communication abilities.
• Organizational and time-management skills.
• Experience in a healthy, organic, or farm-to-table culinary environment is a plus.
• Culinary degree or equivalent experience.

Join us in redefining how the community enjoys healthy food!

Join Hyatt Place Al Ula!
We are looking for an experienced Executive Chef to lead the culinary division at Hyatt Place AlUla, a significant milestone in Hyatt’s expansion, featuring 214 guestrooms and various facilities.

Your Role:
As the Executive Chef, you will lead and manage all kitchen operations, ensuring quality and brand standards are upheld across all outlets and banquets. You will act as the Production Manager for Food & Beverage, focusing on operational efficiency and profitability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage kitchen operations ensuring consistent quality and brand standards.
• Drive efficiency and profitability as the Production Manager.
• Ensure food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards are met in compliance with local regulations.
• Control food costs through effective menu engineering and waste reduction.
• Manage budgets, forecasting, and inventory controls.
• Develop and inspire culinary teams to foster creativity.
• Enhance guest satisfaction through collaboration with F&B leadership.

Qualifications:

• Professional diploma in Food Production or Culinary Arts.
• Minimum 2 years experience as Executive Chef or Executive Sous Chef in a larger hotel.
• Strong practical and operational skills.
• Ability to manage cost control and operational efficiency.
• Creative mindset with strong leadership capabilities.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Benefits:
We offer long-term career growth opportunities, 12 complimentary nights at Hyatt properties, and a caring company culture.

We look forward to your application!