Head Chef

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Industry: Luxury Hospitality Employment Type: Full-time About the Opportunity A leading luxury hospitality group is seeking an experienced Head Chef to join a high-end restaurant in Riyadh. Key Responsibilities: • Oversee all culinary operations and kitchen activities • Lead, manage, and develop the kitchen team • Maintain consistently high standards of food quality, presentation, and execution • Develop and refine menus in line with the French-Mediterranean concept • Ensure consistency across all dishes and services • Manage food costs, stock control, purchasing, and kitchen budgets • Monitor kitchen performance and operational efficiency • Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health regulations • Work closely with the restaurant management team to deliver an exceptional guest experience • Drive creativity and innovation while maintaining the restaurant's culinary identity Requirements: • Proven experience as a Head Chef, Executive Chef, or Executive Sous Chef within a high-end or luxury restaurant environment • Strong expertise in French and/or Mediterranean cuisine • Previous experience in fine dining or internationally recognised hospitality concepts • Strong leadership and team management skills • Excellent knowledge of kitchen operations, food cost control, and menu development • High level of attention to detail and commitment to quality • Creative, passionate, and hands-on approach to culinary operations • International hospitality experience is preferred • Previous GCC experience would be an advantage What We Offer • Opportunity to join a prestigious luxury dining concept in Riyadh • Professional and international working environment • Competitive compensation package, commensurate with experience Note: This is a confidential search. Further details about the restaurant and package will be shared with shortlisted candidates. Show more Show less