We operate more than 25 food brands across MENA and this is set to grow. Leading the culinary excellence are our Executive Chefs.

In addition to your skills as an accomplished chef, you will bring a commercial and management ability that makes you stand out as a leader in your field. This opportunity will see you lead a multicultural team within a large and fast-paced kitchen in the delivery of a high-quality dining experience. With our Food Division growing year-on-year a role with us offers career development on an international scale as well as exposure to well-known brand names in addition to our own brand concepts.

Role Profile:

Responsible for entire kitchen operations.

Key Performance Area:

• Ensure that all orders from the kitchen/commissaries are prepared consistently and according to standard recipes.
• Supervise and ensure that all sections are ready for service on time.
• Organise and set up the kitchen/commissary as efficiently as possible to increase speed and maximize productivity.
• Ensure that all culinary standards in all sections comply with company policies and procedures. Maintain high levels of cleanliness at all times in the kitchen/commissary.
• Monitor daily work assigned to staff ensuring guidelines is followed. In case of deviations, corrective measures are to be taken immediately.
• Check daily all storage areas and keep the orders to par or according to the volume of business.
• Check whether the quantities prepared are according to recipes and specifications. Control food and operating costs by reducing wastage.
• Ensure that the food cost and other controllable are on a budget.
• Create new and different new recipes.
• Ensure that all employees report for duty punctually wearing the correct uniform at all times.
• Coach and maximize employee morale and productivity.
• Train the culinary employees in all sections of the kitchen/commissary, in the skills necessary for them to perform their functions to the highest possible standards.
• Supervise the Employees within the department, ensuring that the correct standards and methods of service are maintained as stated in Departmental Operations Manual
• Ensure that all employees have a complete understanding of and adhere to the Company\'s policy relating to fire, hygiene, health, and safety.

Knowledge & Experience:

• Bachelor\'s degree (B. A.) in Hotel Management or equivalent qualification
• More than 5 years of experience as Executive Chef/Senior Sous Chef/Head Chef/Culinary Chef in Fine dinging/Casual dining.
• Good strong knowledge of basic food safety
• Good leadership skills.
• Strong Communication skills.
• Good knowledge about food cost/inventory.

About Us:

Alshaya Group is a dynamic family-owned enterprise which was first established in Kuwait in 1890. With a consistent record of growth and innovation, Alshaya Group is one of the world\'s leading brand franchise operators, offering customers an unparalleled choice of well-loved international brands, including: Starbucks, H&M, Mothercare, Debenhams, Cos, American Eagle Outfitters, P.F. Chang\'s, The Cheesecake Factory, The Body Shop, M.A.C, Victoria\'s Secret, Boots, Vavavoom, Pottery Barn and KidZania.

Alshaya Group\'s portfolio extends across MENA, Russia, Turkey, and Europe, with thousands of stores, cafes, restaurants and leisure destinations, as well as a growing online and digital business.

Operating in multiple sectors including Fashion, Food, Health & Beauty, Pharmacy, Home Furnishings and Leisure & Entertainment, Alshaya Group colleagues are united by a commitment to delivering great customer service and brand experiences.

Fresh, modern, and relevant, Alshaya\'s constantly evolving retail portfolio reflects the choices and lifestyle of its customers. From flagship stores and restaurants in prestige malls, to local coffee shops, drive-thrus and online, Alshaya Group brings customers the brands they love in the places they want to be.

Advertised: 04 May 2023 Arabian Standard Time
Application close: 03 Jun 2023 Arabian Standard Time

Alshaya Group