Executive Chief
Yousef Abdul Latif Jameel Group (YALJ Group) · Makkah, Saudi Arabia
Apply & track with Apply EdgeJob Summary:We are seeking an experienced Executive Chef with a minimum of 15 years of experience in 5-star hotels, responsible for leading the culinary operation, maintaining the highest standards of food quality, hygiene, presentation, and guest satisfaction.Key Responsibilities:Lead and manage all kitchen and culinary operations across the hotel.Develop menus, recipes, and concepts aligned with the hotel’s standards and guest expectations.Ensure consistent 5-star food quality, presentation, and service standards.Manage and develop culinary teams, including chefs, sous chefs, and kitchen staff.Control food costs, budgets, purchasing, inventory, and wastage.Ensure full compliance with HACCP, food safety, hygiene, and health regulations.Coordinate closely with F&B, Purchasing, Banquet, and Hotel Operations teams.Drive innovation in menus and culinary concepts while maintaining operational efficiency.Train, motivate, and evaluate the culinary team to achieve high performance.Requirements:Minimum 15 years of culinary experience, preferably within 5-star international hotels.Proven experience as an Executive Chef or Senior Chef in a large-scale hotel operation.Strong leadership, menu development, cost-control, and team-management skills.Excellent knowledge of international cuisines and modern culinary trends.Strong knowledge of food safety and HACCP standards.Excellent communication and organizational skills.