Executive Chef

We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client, a luxury hospitality group ,a highly skilled and innovative Executive Chef, for one of their 5* hotels in Paphos, Cyprus. The successful candidate will lead the culinary operations with a strong background in luxury hotel dining, and highlights on Mediterranean and Asian cuisines.

Duties & Responsibilities:

*   Oversee culinary operations in all restaurant’s Kitchens, including Pastry, Main Kitchen as well as Stewarding operations.
*   Work at off-site events when required.
*   Provide leadership, mentorship, and professional development to all Kitchen staff.
*   Collaborate closely with the Group Executive Chef to design and implement innovative menus that reflect Mediterranean and Asian culinary traditions, focusing on fresh, seasonal, and locally sourced ingredients.
*   Recruit, train, mentor, lead and inspire the culinary team, fostering a highly skilled and motivated team, delivering creativity and excellence in food preparation and presentation
*   Ensure that culinary standards,presentation,food quality and hygiene are consistently maintained across all outlets of the hotel, exceeding guests’ expectations.
*   Manage daily kitchen operations, including inventory control, procurement of supplies, and coordination with other departments, while ensuring cost-effective management without compromising quality.
*   Respond effectively to all guest requests, including special dietary needs, with attention to detail.
*   Continuously train and develop the culinary team, ensuring they are up-to-date with the latest cooking techniques and trends in Mediterranean and Asian cuisines.
*   Maintain all HACCP standards within the hotel, enforcing strict health, safety, and sanitation practices in compliance with local regulations and hotel policies.
*   Work closely with the Group Executive Chef and the Hotel Manager, to align culinary offerings with the hotel’s brand and guest expectations.

Requirements

*   Minimum of 5 years of experience as an Executive Chef or Head Chef in a 5-star luxury hotel or high-end restaurant.
*   Extensive knowledge of contemporary cooking techniques and trends in Mediterranean and Asian gastronomy.
*   Proven ability to lead, inspire, and manage a large and diverse culinary team.
*   Creative vision in menu development, with a passion for using fresh, seasonal, and locally sourced ingredients.
*   Excellent communication skills in English.
*   Formal culinary education from a recognized institution is preferred.
*   Experience in managing kitchen budgets, including food costs, labor costs, and inventory control.

Benefits

*   Attractive remuneration package
*   Provident Fund
*   Staff discounts at all Hotels of the group
*   Free meals on duty
*   Employee Appreciation Program and Reward Scheme
*   Great work-life balance
*   Comprehensive new staff induction programmes
*   Group-wide professional development opportunities across countries and properties
*   Continuous training opportunities