Culinary Opportunities

Restaurant Chef (Multi-outlet) – New York, United States

Our client is looking for a talented Restaurant Chef (Multi-unit) who will lead and manage a large team to create a very  "out of the box" dining experience . This very upscale five star Hotel in New York requires the right candidate who will manage his/her brigade in a very professional way. He/she will be someone who possesses the tools to take the restaurants to the next level offering its clientele an experience to remember.

If you think you are that candidate who has very creative culinary hands,  ability to think "out of the box" and present new and innovative ideas for restaurant cuisine then you may apply for this "dream" job.

Key Qualifications:

Culinary Education/Certification Preferred
3-5 years culinary leadership experience in a fine dining establishment either free standing in a hotel or a popular/trendy food & beverage venue
3-5 years culinary staff leadership
Experience in a union environment is a plus

Salary: $90K ++ U.S. (Commensurate with experience) and all other benefits including Medical Benefits and 401 K. Relocation costs would be paid by company

Executive Pastry Chef – Ukraine

Required for a major internationally branded deluxe hotel chain in the Ukraine. Must already have required work authorization for this country as well as language abilities in Russian/ Ukrainian and some English.

We are looking for a creative, energetic Executive Pastry Chef who is able to lead a brigade in a first class hotel. The selected candidate will be responsible in ensuring the highest standard of pastry, sweet & dessert preparations, presentations; as well as the smooth operation of the Pastry Department is maintained by promoting team spirit and motivating team members to achieve a high standard of quality

He or she will retain the exceptional quality in pastries as well as develop and implement new recipes and creative ideas for new dessert/pastry/bread products for outlets and banquet, and maintain quality and cost control.  Is responsible for the control of the food cost and other expenses of the pastry department.

The successful candidate must:

Prefer 3-5 years of experience as an Executive Pastry Chef or Pastry Chef in a luxury hotel.
• Require experience in confectionary, bread, chocolate, sugar.
• Prefer international culinary experience with a leading luxury hotel company.
• Prefer formal culinary training from an accredited culinary school or apprenticeship.
•   Must possess outstanding guest services skills, professional presentation and Sophisticated communication skills
•  Have excellent communication and co-ordination skills as well as a creative edge
•  Be able to work independently and interact with confidence and ease at all levels
•  Provide sound leadership, coach, direct, train and develop the pastry team
•  Have an outgoing, friendly, warm and professional disposition and effective hand problems in the workplace, including anticipating, preventing, identifying, and  solving problems as necessary.

Local salary of $36,000US gross, plus full company benefits are offered. If you are looking to join one of the finest hotel companies in our industry that will allow you in the future to work internationally in your career, this would be an excellent career opportunity for the career minded culinary professional

Executive Chefs – Maldives

This Resort/Hotel Group owned and operated by Maldivian partners, whose interest is to work together to achieve better business performance in new developments, design, concept, construction, sales & marketing, operations, finance, purchasing, and human resources development are seeking Executive Chefs for two of their luxury resorts. The client would prefer single status but wife or partner is welcome if employable.

1. Executive Chef – Maldives – This is for a luxury resort of over 300 rooms and several restaurants including villas and bungalows surrounded by long stretches of white, sandy beach. This person must have 5 years similar experience as Executive Chef in 4 1/2 star international standard island resort or cruise ship of 200+ or more rooms where focus is primarily buffet service and with relatively minor a la carte outlet business. The require someone with a good personality and who presents well as this person will have to spend time in food outlets engaging and interacting with guests...public relations etc.

Salary: $5,000 US per month net, including service charge plus annual bonus of 1 or 2 months salary depending on performance plus accommodation and all expatriate benefits.

2. Executive Chef – Maldives - this is for a small luxury property of over 150 rooms- 4* International Beach Resort including garden rooms and villas as well as several restaurants. This property is also surrounded by a beautiful lagoon and long stretches of white, sandy beach.

Salary: $4,000 - $4,500 US plus accommodation and all expatriate benefits.

Criteria for both roles:

Must be young, dynamic and mature with several years of experience as an Executive Chef
Proven track record of happy and productive work performance
The ability to manage multi-cultural teams
Friendly, courteous and cheerful
Must be hands-on, a role model, walks the talk, a good trainer, counselor and mentor.

Executive Sous Chef - Ukraine

Required for a major internationally branded deluxe hotel chain in the Ukraine. Must already have required work authorization for this country as well as language abilities in Russian/ Ukrainian and some English.

Under the leadership of the Executive Chef, you will be responsible in exceeding guest satisfaction, financial, and employee satisfaction targets through the leadership of all culinary areas of the kitchen. Establish, monitor all quality, consistency, safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards through leading the culinary training program. Directly supervises the banquet culinary team.  Actively engages culinary colleagues and guests in seeking feedback to improve the culinary department.

Main Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Supervises all culinary areas to maximize the overall food & beverage departmental profit and exceed budgeted targets.
• Maintain a high quality and consistency levels of production and presentation in all kitchen areas.
• Consistently monitor all kitchen expenses.
• Ensures all payroll records are accurate and kept up to date
• Ensure culinary productivity through organization, training, coaching, and mentoring of all team members.
• Conduct interviews, hiring and performance appraisal and coaching of all kitchen staff
• Work with the Executive Chef to develop, implement, and execute all Banqueting and food and beverage menus.
• Ensure that all standardized recipes are utilized and followed by all kitchen team members.

Local salary of $36,000US gross, plus full company benefits are offered. If you are looking to join one of the finest hotel companies in our industry that will allow you in the future to work internationally in your career, this would be an excellent career opportunity for the career minded culinary professional.

Pastry Chef – Germany

We are looking for a creative, energetic Pastry Chef for this 2* Michelin Restaurant in Germany. The ideal candidate should bring with him a stable top end background, be open minded, have good people skills and be able to organize and run this well known pastry operation.

We are looking for someone who is calm under pressure, is organized, hands on and passionate about the position. This position reports directly to the Executive Chef of the Restaurant and carries the following responsibilities:

Manages the entire pastry kitchen ensuring proper food preparation and sanitation
Comply with all statutory and internal requirement in matter of hygiene and food safety
Plan and organize efficiently the work schedule to the most productive manner
Liaise with HR on all employees matters including recruiting and interviewing
Is responsible for the control of the food cost and other expenses of the pastry department
Continually develop and train the pastry team, also create, develop, implement new recipes and creative ideas

The restaurant is trying to get another Michelin Star so we need someone out of this kind of background.

Salary: Euro 40, 000 gross.

Executive Chef – Caribbean

Caribbean experience mandatory

Our client requires an experienced Executive Chef for their beautiful all inclusive resort in Southern Caribbean.  This property consists of more than 250 rooms, fine dining variations and a buffet.  The Chef should be globally trained in all different cuisines and not new to the Caribbean.

The Ideal candidate should have:
Has performed in challenging environment (Island / remote places)
Organizational/management skills a must
Has people skills as one of his/her top quality
Single preferred, but married can be considered
Has to be hands-on

Requirements:
Manages the entire kitchen staff ensuring proper food preparation and sanitation
Comply with all Hygiene and food safety regulations
Plan and organize productivity and cost efficiency
Responsible for quality scores and food cost figures
Develop his team members/training
Create and develop new menus on regular basis, ongoing creativity

Salary: US$4,500 net per month plus expat benefits, including house allowance of US$1,000 for property living, car, pension plan, medical insurance, etc.

Chef de Cuisine – Ukraine

Required for a major internationally branded deluxe hotel chain in the Ukraine. Must already have required work authorization for this country as well as language abilities in Russian/ Ukrainian and some English.

We are seeking an Chef de Cuisine for a busy formal upscale fine dining restaurant  located in a first class hotel.  The menus are international with also local regional cuisine. The restaurant has an extensive wine list and offers very fine pastries.

The successful candidate must have a minimum of 2 to 5 years experience in a highly rated establishment as a Chef de Cuisine in a recognized stand alone restaurant or hotel with extensive experience in International and Regional Cuisines. Preference will be given to someone who has demonstrated that they have successfully managed and attained a high degree of customer satisfaction in their previous postings.

We are seeking a highly energetic individual with proven culinary, team leadership and smooth communication skills in coordination from the front and back of the house.  The Chef de Cuisine will manage a culinary team of 12 exceptional and talented Sous Chefs and Cooks.  In coordination with the Executive Chef, develop, implement, and creating new menus for the specialty restaurant and In Room Dining Assist in new food promotions

Local salary of $24,000US gross, plus full company benefits are offered. If you are looking to join one of the finest hotel companies in our industry that will allow you in the future to work internationally in your career, this would be an excellent career opportunity for the career minded culinary professional.

Executive Chef – Egypt

We are looking for a very creative, energetic Executive Chef who is able to lead a brigade for this 5* Resort Complex in Sharm El Sheikh in Egypt. The ideal candidate should bring with him a 5* hotel background, has some Middle East experience along with fine dining (Michelin preferred), large banqueting & multi outlet (15 outlets) experience.

The position should not be underestimated, as the Executive Chef will oversee 3 distinct areas – totaling over 600+ rooms, plus residences, so the Chef need to bring with him strong communication & leadership skills, someone who is hands on and passionate about his position. 

This position also carries the following responsibilities amongst others:

Manages the entire kitchen and stewarding staff ensuring proper food preparation and sanitation
Comply with all statutory and internal requirement in matter of hygiene and food safety
Plan and organize efficiently the work schedule to the most productive manner
Liaise with HR on all employees matters including recruiting and interviewing
Is responsible for the control of the food cost and other expenses of the department
Develop and train a team
Create, develop, implement new recipes and creative ideas to stimulate the business
Prepare the departmental budget, plan all new projects and other development in order to improve revenues and quality

Salary: US$ net plus full expat benefits.

Chef de Cuisine (Asian) – Bahamas

Our client in the Bahamas, a luxury tropical paradise with glorious beaches and first-class facilities requires an Asian Chef De Cuisine.

The ideal candidate will be an experienced Asian Chef De Cuisine, South East Asian Head Chef or Outstanding Sous Chef with excellent cooking skills, great people management skills and ability to oversee kitchen operations and run a fast paced kitchen with motivation to prove their abilities and develop with the Company. The individual must be able to train and supervise staff, thus ensuring the highest quality food and control standards are consistently met.

The position requires a well presented, creative and hardworking Chef with strong outgoing personality and desire to succeed. Food focused and open minded to new ideas, strong back office and budgeting skills, good command of the English Language and ability to motivate the team. The individual must have thorough knowledge of sanitation standards, applicable health codes and writing menus in Chinese, Japanese and Asian cuisines.

A minimum of 5 years experience as an Asian Chef De Cuisine in a large resort with multiple outlets. A Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Art from an accredited institution preferred.

Exceptional pay and benefits and expatriate package.

Chef de Cuisine – South East Asia

A highly regarded luxury property located in a major city in South East Asia is seeking a strong and experienced Chef de Cuisine to join their team. 

**ONLY INDIVIDUALS WHO ARE NORTH AMERICAN CITIZENS WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION**
******SINGLE OR WORKING SINGLE STATUS ONLY******

He/she will be responsible for managing all daily production, preparation, and presentation of all food to ensure that a quality and consistent product is prepared and conforms to all operating procedures.  The successful candidate will be a highly energetic individual who is excited about the challenging demands of the business on a day to day basis.

He/she must have exceptional culinary skills and be able to convey information and ideas clearly to team members. You must possess excellent listening skills and have a clear understanding of concerns and issues that may rise by guests and know how to deal with them in a professional and timely manner.

Mandatory experience and qualifications:

•           Must be a graduate of an accredited culinary school.
•           Must be a North American citizen.
•           Must have banquet and multi unit experience.
•           Must have excellent training skills.
•           Overseas and Asian experience would be a great asset.

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Executive Sous Chef – Caribbean

Our client in the Caribbean requires an experienced Executive Sous Chef to oversee the day to day operations of a large resort F&B department that includes a very busy area (at least four F&B outlets) and is also responsible for the butcher shop, cold pantry, banquets and room service. He/she must be hands on and able to train a large brigade which consists of at least 30 staff.

The ideal candidate will lead, manage and organize all requirements for his/her respective kitchen to the highest standards and in accordance with the company's standard operating procedures. The individual will ensure proper sanitation in the outlet kitchen under his jurisdiction, adequate stocks of food & beverage, inter-department coordination and training. He/She will be fully responsible for the operating equipment including its inventory levels. The candidate will maintain the resort food cost at all times, ensures and enforces the set service standard procedures by directing, supervising and motivating staff to perform to the highest level of service. He/She will communicate with guests and share feed back with chefs and management to ensure high levels of food and service quality and guest satisfaction are maintained at all times. Caribbean style cuisine knowledge would be a plus.

Package:

Salary: $50,000 net (tax free) commensurate with experience.
Grats, approx. $8000 per annum depending on occupancy.
Deduction for Medical cover approx. $200 per month.
Accommodation allowance will be given depending on family status and needs  (utility bills, water and electricity paid by yourself).
Company will supply and pay for work permit (you pay for support materials such as blood test, certification of documents etc. in place of residence).

Thai / Asian Chef for 5* Resort in Costa Rica

We are looking for a creative, energetic Thai or Asian Chef (with extensive Thai Cusine knowledge) for a Fine Dining Restaurant in a new luxury 5* Resort in Costa Rica. The ideal candidate must bring with them experience in Thai and Asian Cuisine and have had 5 star exposure either within a high end restaurant or luxury hotel.

This position reports directly to the company Executive Chef and carries the following responsibilities amongst others:

Manages the kitchen of the Asian Restaurant  
Plans and organizes efficiently the work schedule to the most productive manner
Is responsible for the control of the food cost and other expenses of the Restaurant  
Develop and train a team of proficient professionals to produce the highest standards
Create, develop, implement new recipes and creative ideas to stimulate the business – ongoing concept development

As the hotel is due to open soon we need a Chef to start latest by the end of November.

Salary US $3000 per month plus expat benefits (Single Status only)

Executive Pastry Chef – Oman

Our client in Oman, one of the finest 5-star resort and hotel companies in our industry, is a world wide name which is immediately recognizable as a first class and growing hotel group requires an Executive Pastry Chef.

The selected candidate will be responsible in ensuring the highest standard of pastry, dessert and bakery preparations, presentations; as well as the smooth operation of the pastry department is maintained by promoting team spirit and motivating team members to achieve a high standard of quality.

The elected candidate will report to the Executive Chef and will service the All Day Dining with Pastry Bar; Beach Grill, open for lunch and dinner in season; In room dining, 24 hours; Restaurant; Lobby Lounge, Lobby Bar and Banquets.

Requirements:

Preference will be given to single or newly married, no children
At least 3 to 5 years experience in the position
Good leadership and interpersonal skills
Well organized

Salary will be up to 45K US + Expatriate Benefits + Bonus

Executive Sous Chef – South East Asia

A highly regarded luxury property located in a major city in South East Asia is seeking a strong and experienced Executive Sous Chef to join their team.

He/she will be responsible for managing all daily production, preparation, and presentation of all food to ensure that a quality and consistent product is prepared and conforms to all operating procedures.  The successful candidate will be a highly energetic individual who is excited about the challenging demands of the business on a day to day basis.

He/she must have exceptional culinary skills and be able to convey information and ideas clearly to team members. You must possess excellent listening skills and have a clear understanding of concerns and issues that may rise by guests and know how to deal with them in a professional and timely manner.

Mandatory experience and qualifications:

Must be a graduate of an accredited culinary school.
Must be a North American citizen.
Must have banquet and multi unit experience.
Must have excellent training skills.
Overseas and Asian experience would be a great asset.

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Executive Chef - Baku,  Azerbaijan

One of the largest and best known luxury hotel/resort chains in the world who also own and operate hotels and resorts in the Middle East, Europe, the Far East and in North America are now opening a new hotel in one of the largest countries in Eastern Europe.

They are opening a first class hotel with expensive top quality food and beverage operations and will offer the latest contemporary lifestyle in the region. They require an Executive Chef who has an outstanding knowledge of a la carte dining and has major international experience in a luxury hotel brand already.

The ability to lead, train and hire local staff is extremely important. The major strengths of this Chef are not only his culinary capabilities and knowledge of international cuisines, but his ability to provide consistency to the product. The ideal Chef will show an ability to work with an international brigade, showing leadership, patience and exhibiting strong communication and leadership skills.

Must be very creative and has been schooled in the finer culinary skills and management training in the likes of Four Seasons, Ritz Carlton, Hyatt Regency and Mandarin Hotels background. Ideally should be or has worked Eastern Europe/Russia experience is preferred, but is not mandatory but previous opening experience a major advantage
Preference will be given to individuals that speak Russian or Turkish.
   
The compensation package for this excellent career opportunity will be in the $65,000US range, a one bedroom apartment, excellent bonus and company benefit package. There is an excellent chance of career advancement with this outstanding international and well thought of Hospitality Company.

Executive Sous Chef – Algeria

Our client, a new opening 5-star hotel in Algeria requires an Executive Sous Chef.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing all daily production, preparation, and presentation of all food for restaurants, room service and banqueting to ensure that a quality and consistent product is produced and conforms to all hotel operating procedures.  He/She will assist the Executive Chef in the daily operation of the hotel kitchen as well as assisting in the creation and implementation of seasonal holiday, special event menus, and develop standard recipes.

The individual must have exceptional culinary skills and able to convey information and ideas clearly to team members. You must possess excellent listening skills and have a clear understanding of concerns and issues that may rise by team members and guests and know how to deal with them in a professional and timely manner.

The candidate should speak French language.

Salary: $44,604 USD Net plus full expatriate package.

Executive Chef – Oman

An award winning resort in the Middle East with over 80 villas and 5 outlets including an Arabic specialty restaurant with all day dining and Michelin-star fine dining  restaurant and private dining etc and large banqueting as well requires a hands on Executive Chef with top International five star deluxe hotel chain experience. 

The chef must have at least 5 years experience with a five star property in a senior role. He/she should be flexible, passionate about his/her work and must have a balanced exposure to a good variety of different world cuisines (good variety of Asian and Arabic as well). The chef should feel comfortable with intimate guest settings and have great guest interaction skills. He/she should possess planning and organizational skills. He/she must be flexible with guests as well as the team.

Salary : Package would be commensurate with experience (approx $5000 net tax free per month) plus all ex-pat benefits. Accommodation provided.   Single status or married with no children preferred.

Chef De Cuisine – Oman

An award winning resort in the Middle East requires an experienced Chef de Cuisine for an award winning restaurant. He /she should have the experience to bring about a sense of sophistication emphasizing texture and structure to surprise the guests’ palate. There will be a chef’s table with kitchen exposed to guests . Celebrity chefs, wine makers and special sensorial experiences will be featured as well as overnight parties entertaining a hip crowd.

He/she should be passionate with an emphasis on produce. He/she should be creative, flexible, eager to share and train his/her staff. Should possess strong wine knowledge and have a sense of style.

Salary: Package would be commensurate with experience (approx $2700 - 3000 net tax free per month) plus all ex-pat benefits. Accommodation provided. Single status or married with no children preferred.

Specialty Chef (Italian) - Algeria

Our client, a new opening 5-star hotel in Algeria requires an exceptional Head Italian Chef that has excellent culinary and management skills. The restaurant cuisine is based basically on TUSCAN flavors, combined with an attractive modern twist and an enoteca.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing all daily production, preparation, and presentation of food for the restaurant to ensure that a quality and consistent product is produced and conforms to all hotel operating procedures

They should have a solid background working in a hotel or upscale free standing restaurant serving Italian cuisine. Just as important they should be passionate, talented and able to lead and motivate the kitchen staff.

Must speak French.

EXPECTATIONS: Good product and menu composing knowledge, being trained on a-la-carte, good taste and being inspired by flavor, able to present modern and up to date dishes, able to work in a team, patient trainer, able to participate in the planning of new restaurant concepts.

The ideal candidate will produce and maintain the highest food quality and control for all food products served to company standards. He is accountable, with his team for the smooth running, action stations, and food displays for creativity, quality, cleanliness and food safety, assuring timely set up and preparation. He checks and delegates all special food functions pertaining to his area of responsibility.

The individual will assist the hands-on team in maintaining the preparation and cooking in compliance with company standards. Train his team in Italian cuisine by adding genuine flavors and methods. Prepare the mise-en-place for fresh pasta.

COMPENSATION: Salary $45,600 USD negotiable based on experience per annum tax free PLUS accommodation within the hotel, single or family status, full expat package, full medical, dental, clinic, 1 flight per year.

Head Chef (Fine Dining Mexican Restaurant) – Doha, Qatar

Our client a fine dining modern Mexican Restaurant is currently looking for a creative, energetic Chef who is familiar and experienced in Modern Mexican cuisine, predominately seafood. The ideal candidate must bring with him experience in cooking Mexican Cuisine and be familiar with coast to coast specialties, ideally with a strong Seafood base, also 5* hotel experience a plus. The Chef will oversee the Restaurant which is well known for its high end cuisine and service.

This position reports directly to the Corporate Chef and carries the following responsibilities amongst others:

Manages the kitchen of the Mexican Restaurant  
Plans and organizes efficiently the work schedule to the most productive manner
Is responsible for the control of the food cost and other expenses of the Restaurant  
Develops and trains a team of proficient and qualified professionals
Create, develop, implement new recipes and creative ideas to stimulate the business – ongoing concept development
Manages the outlet section of the kitchen ensuring proper food preparation and sanitation
Comply with all statutory and internal requirement in matter of hygiene and food safety
We are ideally looking for a Mexican National or a Chef who can demonstrate full knowledge & experience of this kind of cuisine.

Salary US$ net plus expat benefits

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