Executive Chef II

About the Role

Westin is seeking an Executive Chef II to oversee daily kitchen operations in Riyadh. This full-time role involves leading culinary staff, managing all food-related functions, and ensuring high-quality product consistency across various food preparation areas. The Executive Chef II will be responsible for continually improving guest and employee satisfaction while maximizing financial performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen management team and provide direction for all day-to-day operations.
• Supervise all kitchen areas, including banquets, room service, restaurants, bar/lounge, and employee cafeteria, to ensure consistent, high-quality product production.
• Guide and develop staff, including direct reports, and ensure sanitation and food standards are met.
• Develop and implement guidelines and control procedures for purchasing and receiving.
• Manage department controllable expenses, including food cost, supplies, uniforms, and equipment.
• Provide direction for menu development and monitor the quality of raw and cooked food products.
• Determine food presentation, create decorative food displays, and ensure compliance with food handling and sanitation standards.
• Prepare and cook various types of food for regular service, special guests, or functions.

Leadership and Team Management

• Provide guidance and direction to subordinates, setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
• Utilize interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage team members, advocating sound financial/business decision-making.
• Establish and maintain open, collaborative relationships with employees and ensure fair and consistent administration of property policies.
• Identify developmental needs of others, coaching and mentoring to improve knowledge and skills.
• Train kitchen associates on cooking fundamentals and plate presentations.

Customer Service Excellence

• Support service behaviors that exceed customer expectations for satisfaction and retention.
• Manage day-to-day operations, ensuring quality and standards meet customer expectations.
• Display leadership in guest hospitality, exemplify excellent customer service, and create a positive atmosphere for guest relations.
• Interact with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels, and effectively handle guest problems and complaints.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Proven culinary talent with experience personally performing tasks while leading staff.
• Experience in overseeing all food preparation and support areas.
• Demonstrated ability to ensure sanitation and food standards are achieved.
• Knowledge of brand safety standards and ability to implement them.
• Experience: 5-10 years in a relevant culinary leadership role.

Additional Information

This role requires providing information to executive teams, managers, supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates through various communication channels. The Executive Chef II will also analyze information and evaluate results to choose optimal solutions and solve problems. Westin is committed to empowering guests and associates to enhance their well-being, fostering an environment where unique backgrounds are valued and celebrated.