Chef de Cuisine - Indian Cuisine

Fairmont Doha We invite you to join the world of luxury hospitality at Fairmont Doha as our new Chef de Cuisine - Indian Cuisine. The Chef de Cuisine – Indian Cuisine is responsible for leading and overseeing the culinary operations of the Indian cuisine outlet at Fairmont Doha, ensuring exceptional food quality, consistency, presentation, and guest satisfaction in line with the hotel’s luxury hospitality standards The role provides strong culinary leadership to the kitchen team, ensuring the authenticity and integrity of Indian cuisine while introducing innovative and contemporary culinary concepts that enhance the overall dining experience Working closely with the Executive Sous Chef and the Executive Chef and the wider culinary team, the Chef de Cuisine will oversee menu development, kitchen operations, food quality, cost control, hygiene and safety standards, and team performance while maintaining high standards of culinary excellence The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Indian cuisine, a strong knowledge of regional Indian culinary traditions and techniques, proven leadership skills, and a passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences in a luxury hospitality environment. Key Responsibilities: Lead and oversee the day-to-day culinary operations of the Indian cuisine outlet at Fairmont Doha Ensure the highest standards of food quality, taste, presentation, consistency, and authenticity Develop and enhance menus featuring authentic and contemporary Indian cuisine Create innovative dishes while preserving traditional Indian culinary techniques and flavors Manage, motivate, and develop the culinary team to achieve operational and service excellence Plan and coordinate daily food preparation, production, and kitchen activities Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, sanitation, and HACCP standards Monitor food costs, portion control, wastage, and inventory to achieve budgetary targets Work closely with the Executive Sous Chef and the Executive Chef and other culinary leaders on menu planning and culinary concepts Source and maintain high-quality ingredients while ensuring proper storage and handling Conduct regular quality checks and maintain consistency across all dishes Train and mentor culinary colleagues on Indian cooking techniques, recipes, and presentation standards Ensure effective communication and coordination between the kitchen and front-of-house teams Support special events, promotions, banquets, and VIP dining experiences as required Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment in accordance with hotel standards Stay informed about current culinary trends and continuously identify opportunities for innovation and improvement Ensure all culinary operations are aligned with Fairmont Doha’s luxury service standards and guest expectations

What will you bring to this role? Culinary degree, diploma, or relevant professional culinary qualification Extensive experience in Indian cuisine, preferably within a luxury hotel and/or resort Proven experience in a Chef de Cuisine, or equivalent senior culinary leadership role specializing in Indian cuisine Strong knowledge of authentic Indian cooking techniques, regional cuisines, ingredients, spices, and traditional flavors Demonstrated ability to develop innovative menus while maintaining the authenticity and heritage of Indian cuisine Strong leadership, team management, coaching, and mentoring skills Excellent knowledge of food safety, hygiene, sanitation, and HACCP standards Strong understanding of food cost control, portion management, inventory, and kitchen operations Creative and innovative approach to menu development and culinary presentation Excellent organizational and time management skills Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multicultural luxury hospitality environment Strong communication and interpersonal skills Passion for delivering exceptional culinary experiences and maintaining consistently high standards Knowledge of current culinary trends and contemporary Indian cuisine is an advantage Embrace the Fairmont brand promise and luxury in your role and in all your interactions Foster an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued and respected Create an environment where colleagues are empowered, supported and recognized