Mediterranean Grill Head Chef

We are looking for an experienced Head Chef to lead the culinary operation of a new Mediterranean restaurant concept. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Mediterranean cuisine, open-fire cooking and grill, with a proven track record of pre-opening restaurants and building high-performing kitchen teams. Key Responsibilities * Lead the complete kitchen pre-opening and opening process * Develop and execute a Mediterranean-focused menu with a strong emphasis on grill and open-fire cooking * Establish recipes, SOPs, food specifications, portion controls and kitchen systems * Recruit, train and manage the kitchen team * Oversee daily kitchen operations, quality, consistency and food presentation * Manage food costs, waste, inventory and supplier relationships * Ensure strict compliance with food safety and hygiene standards * Work closely with management on menu development, costing and kitchen setup * Manage kitchen trials, tastings and soft-opening operations * Maintain high standards of service, consistency and culinary execution Requirements * Proven experience as a Head Chef / Executive Chef * Strong background in Mediterranean cuisine * Extensive experience with grills, charcoal and open-fire cooking * Previous pre-opening experience is essential * Strong kitchen management and team leadership skills * Experience with menu development and food costing * Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-end hospitality environment * Strong understanding of kitchen systems, HACCP and food safety What We’re Looking For A hands-on culinary leader who can take ownership of the kitchen from concept and pre-opening through to full operation, while building a strong team and delivering a distinctive Mediterranean dining experience. Show more Show less