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Executive Chef

IHG Hotels & Resorts
Doha, QAT
fulltime
Mid-Senior
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Culinary ArtsMenu PlanningFood CostingHygiene and SafetyKitchen ManagementGourmet Cooking
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Overview

  • About us We want to welcome you to a world of bringing True Hospitality to everyone.
  • When you join us at IHG®, you become part of our global family.
  • A welcoming culture of warmth, honesty, and a passion for providing True Hospitality.
  • We pride ourselves on letting your personality and passions shine, recognizing the individual contribution you make, and supporting your ambition to learn and create your own career path.
  • In making a difference to our guests and owners, colleagues and communities, every day is a chance to create great and unique experiences, in your own way.
  • With over 370,000 colleagues in nearly 100 countries sharing our values, there are countless opportunities at your fingertips.
  • We’re growing; grow with us.
  • Conveniently located in the heart of one of Doha's key business districts, close to major banks, Crowne Plaza and Holiday Inn Doha – The Business Park is just a 15-minute drive by car or complimentary shuttle from Doha's Hamad International Airport and near such attractions as Museum of Islamic Arts and Souk Waqif.
  • Our 378 stylish guestrooms and suites at Crowne Plaza and 307 well-appointed guestrooms at Holiday Inn are all equipped with modern amenities designed for comfort and high-speed wireless internet access to stay connected.
  • Your day-to-day:
  • As Executive Chef you’ll direct all kitchen activities and prepare our delicious food - helping create memorable experiences for guests - whenever and wherever they dine.
  • You’ll also ensure quality, kitchen maintenance, and inventory functions kept to our high standards - to make sure your kitchen is always running smoothly.
  • Direct daily kitchen activities, plan and assign work ensuring you always have the right staffing numbers
  • Develop your team and improve their performance through coaching and feedback, and create performance and development goals for colleagues - recognise good performance
  • Drive a great working environment for teams to thrive – connect departments to create sense of one team
  • Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments. Communicate with all hotel department heads to stay informed of kitchen needs and ensure timely responses to requests
  • Encourage guest feedback to improve guest satisfaction
  • Answer guest questions about dishes and kitchen services
  • Help the Food and Beverage In-Charge with event planning
  • Keep an eye on competitor activity / industry innovation to develop your own ideas in the kitchen
  • Make sure food and the ingredients are secure and stored safely – always keep stock replenished to minimise waste
  • Always follow governmental regulations and company policies and procedures
  • Complete forecasts, plans, and departmental production reports for management
  • Help prepare the hotel’s annual budget and the setting of departmental goals
  • Maintain costing and documentation of all dishes prepared and sold from the kitchen

What We Need From You

  • Proven experience as an Executive Chef or Head Chef in a reputable establishment.
  • Extensive knowledge of culinary arts, cooking techniques, and international cuisines.
  • Strong leadership and team management skills.
  • Excellent understanding of food costing, inventory management, and budgeting.
  • Proficiency in hygiene and food safety regulations (e.g., HACCP).
  • Creative flair with a passion for developing new dishes and menus.
  • Relevant culinary degree or certification.
  • What you can expect from us:
  • We give our people everything they need to succeed.
  • From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work-life – including a full uniform, impressive room discounts, and some of the best training in the business.
  • Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate differences and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work.
  • IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.
  • We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance.
  • Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
  • IHG gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow, and make a difference in a collaborative environment.
  • We know that to work well, we need to feel well – both inside and outside of work – and through our myWellbeing
  • Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job?
  • We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button.
  • Start your journey with us today.

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