Executive Chef

Kitopi is a creator of innovative food experiences, focused on discovering, building, and curating homegrown brands from the region for the region.

Founded in January 2018, the company has rapidly grown its footprint across the Middle East, operating over 200 outlets that include both dine-in and delivery-only locations.

Kitopi is active in five key markets: UAE, KSA, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Qatar, offering diverse culinary concepts to a broad customer base.

Its proprietary smart kitchen operating system (SKOS), built in-house, drives speed, efficiency, and quality across all operations.

The team is united by a purpose to satisfy the world’s appetite and create joy through memorable food experiences.

The Executive Chef is a full-time, on-site role based in Jiddah, responsible for leading kitchen operations and ensuring consistent, high-quality food production across assigned outlets.

This role oversees menu execution, recipe standardization, and plating, while maintaining food safety, hygiene, and compliance with company and regulatory standards.

The Executive Chef manages and mentors kitchen teams, including recruitment, training, scheduling, and performance management, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.

Day-to-day responsibilities include inventory and cost control, coordination with procurement, monitoring kitchen efficiency, and collaborating with operations and brand teams to implement new menus and promotions.

The Executive Chef also analyzes customer feedback, reviews SKOS data to optimize processes, and drives innovation in dishes and workflows to enhance both guest experience and brand performance.

• Strong culinary expertise in menu development, recipe creation, and food presentation, with a track record of leading high-volume, multi-outlet kitchen operations.
• Proficiency in kitchen management, including staff scheduling, workflow planning, and coordination across front-of-house and back-of-house teams.