Head Chef📣 Job Ad

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!

About Four Seasons
Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We recognize a familiar face, welcome a new one, and treat everyone we meet in a way we would want to be treated ourselves.

About the Location:
Steps from the Prophet’s Mosque, our Four Seasons Hotel Madinah will offer luxury accommodation for the city’s million annual visitors. The hotel is ideally located at the heart of Madinah, providing significant cultural and historical importance.

About The Role:
We are seeking a highly skilled and dynamic Executive Sous Chef to support the culinary operations at Four Seasons Hotel Madinah. In this role, you will:

• Assist the Executive Chef in overseeing the day-to-day operations of all kitchen areas.
• Lead, mentor, and supervise kitchen staff while ensuring consistency and quality in food preparation and presentation.
• Monitor kitchen inventory levels, manage food costs, and ensure compliance with health, safety, and hygiene regulations.
• Collaborate with other hotel departments for smooth kitchen operations.
• Handle guest feedback professionally and participate in regular kitchen meetings.

What You Bring:
Preferred qualifications include:

• Degree or diploma in Culinary Arts or a related field.
• Proven experience in a similar leadership role.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and the ability to create high-quality menus.

What We Offer:
Four Seasons provides a competitive salary alongside housing and transportation allowances, 30 days of vacation, medical and life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program among other benefits.

Join our team as an Executive Chef at Marriott International!
As the Executive Chef, you will be accountable for the overall success of daily kitchen operations in Jabal Omar Marriott Hotel Makkah. You'll exhibit culinary talents by performing tasks personally while leading the staff and managing all food-related functions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead kitchen management team and provide direction for daily operations.
• Ensure food preparation areas maintain high standards of quality and sanitation.
• Manage kitchen staff, including hiring, training, and performance evaluations.
• Develop and implement guidelines for purchasing, receiving, and food storage.
• Drive exceptional customer service and build positive guest relations.

Candidate Profile:
Education: High school diploma or GED; or a 2-year degree in Culinary Arts or related field.
Experience: 6 years in culinary management or food and beverage, or 4 years with a relevant degree.

At Marriott International, we welcome diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment. Your culinary journey starts here!