Executive Chef

Job Description # Executive Chef Mansard Riyadh ## Job Summary We are seeking a dynamic, innovative, and passionate Executive Chef to lead the culinary vision and food & beverage operations at Mansard Riyadh. Reporting directly to the General Manager, the Executive Chef will be responsible for overseeing all culinary operations across the hotel s dining venues, ensuring exceptional quality, creativity, consistency, and profitability. This role will drive the culinary strategy, develop unique dining concepts, and create memorable gastronomic experiences that reflect the luxury, elegance, and distinctive identity of Mansard Riyadh. The ideal candidate is a hands-on culinary leader with extensive luxury hospitality experience, a passion for excellence, and a proven ability to build and inspire high-performing teams while maintaining the highest standards of food quality and guest satisfaction. ## Key Responsibilities * Lead and oversee all culinary operations across restaurants, lounges, room service, banqueting, private dining, and special events. * Develop and execute innovative menus that align with the hotel's luxury positioning and evolving guest preferences. * Ensure exceptional standards of food quality, presentation, consistency, and hygiene across all outlets. * Drive culinary creativity while maintaining strong financial performance, cost control, and profitability. * Manage food cost targets, inventory controls, procurement processes, and supplier relationships. * Design seasonal menus, culinary promotions, and signature dining experiences that enhance guest engagement and revenue generation. * Lead and inspire the culinary brigade to consistently deliver outstanding guest experiences. * Implement continuous coaching and development programs to strengthen team capabilities and succession planning. * Collaborate closely with Food & Beverage, Sales & Marketing, Events, and Operations teams to deliver seamless guest experiences. * Ensure full compliance with food safety regulations, HACCP standards, and company policies. * Monitor guest feedback and industry trends to continuously elevate the hotel's culinary offerings. * Support sustainability initiatives through responsible sourcing, waste reduction, and efficient kitchen operations. * Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness, organization, and operational excellence throughout all culinary areas. * Contribute strategically to the overall success, reputation, and positioning of Mansard Riyadh as a premier luxury hospitality destination.