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Role Overview
The Executive Chef directs kitchen activities and prepares food that creates memorable guest experiences.
The role oversees kitchen quality, maintenance, inventory, smooth operations, and compliance with standards.
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About the company
IHG describes a global hospitality culture focused on warmth, honesty, inclusion, learning, and career development.
The role supports Crowne Plaza and Holiday Inn Doha – The Business Park, located in Doha's business district.
Role overview
The Executive Chef directs kitchen activities and prepares food that creates memorable guest experiences.
The role oversees kitchen quality, maintenance, inventory, smooth operations, and compliance with standards.
Responsibilities
- Manage daily kitchen activities across two hotels.
- Plan and assign work and set performance and development goals for colleagues.
- Provide mentoring, coaching, feedback, and conflict management to improve performance.
- Maintain accurate dish costing and food and beverage documentation.
- Train colleagues on brand standards, service behaviors, and governmental regulations.
- Ensure colleagues have appropriate tools, training, and equipment.
- Coordinate with other departments to promote teamwork and quality service.
- Support staffing actions, guest feedback, kitchen-service questions, menu planning, and food and beverage coordination.
- Develop menus and concepts for outlets and catering events and monitor competitor and industry trends.
- Maintain food and beverage security, storage, inventory, equipment, cleanliness, waste, and pilferage controls.
- Participate in the annual hotel budget and departmental goal-setting process.
Requirements
- 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, including HACCP.
- Creative flair and passion for developing new dishes and menus.
- Relevant culinary degree or certification.
Benefits and culture
- The employer mentions a competitive salary, full uniform, room discounts, training, and other benefits.
- IHG promotes equal employment opportunities and inclusive teams.
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