Head Chef📣 Job Ad

• Prepare and present authentic Italian dishes with creativity and precision.
• Manage kitchen operations and maintain high food quality standards.
• Plan menus and source premium ingredients while ensuring compliance with food safety standards.
• Lead and train the kitchen team to promote a collaborative work environment.
• Continuously innovate culinary offerings while respecting traditional methods.

• Proven expertise in Italian cuisine with experience in preparing traditional and innovative dishes.
• Experience in managing kitchen operations and leading a team.
• Strong knowledge of food safety standards and best practices.
• Excellent menu planning, ingredient sourcing, and cost control skills.
• A passion for culinary arts with attention to detail.
• A culinary degree or equivalent professional training is preferred.

• Contribute to menu creation.
• Manage and train the kitchen brigade effectively to ensure a motivated team.
• Ensure consistency in dish quality at all times.
• Assist the Head Chef in managing customer relations when necessary.
• Manage working rotas to meet business needs.
• Support brand standards through team training and assessment.
• Manage food cost controls to enhance Food and Beverage revenue.
• Ensure compliance with food hygiene and health and safety standards.

To successfully fill this role, you should have:

• Strong experience as a Junior Sous Chef or previous Sous Chef.
• Creativity in food presentation.
• Strong supervisory and communication skills.
• A positive attitude and commitment to delivering high customer service standards.
• Excellent planning and organizing skills.

This position requires flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including weekends and evenings.

Hilton is a leading global hospitality company, renowned for providing exceptional accommodations and services. For nearly a century, our mission has been to create remarkable hospitality experiences worldwide. We pride ourselves on our team members who embody our vision, fostering warmth and light in every encounter.

• Manage and supervise kitchen personnel and operations to achieve optimal food quality and safety standards.
• Contribute to strategic planning and operational reviews.
• Prepare action plans for the kitchen team and ensure adherence to productivity, quality, and customer service standards.
• Coordinate with restaurant managers and ensure efficient communication between kitchen and service staff.
• Plan and approve all prepared food items ensuring they meet Em Sherif's quality standards.
• Implement all company policies and HACCP guidelines to maintain high standards of food safety.

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Head Chef or 3 years as a Sous Chef in a Lebanese or Oriental restaurant.
• Bachelor’s degree in hospitality management or equivalent experience.
• Strong command of English; Arabic is a plus.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.

• Strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Ability to thrive under pressure and multitask effectively.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.