Executive Chef | Jordan
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About the Role
Caviar Careers is seeking an exceptional Executive Chef for a VVIP private estate in Amman, Jordan. The role requires expertise in international and Asian cuisines, fine dining, and event catering.
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Responsibilities
- Design and prepare exceptional daily meals for the Principal, family members, and guests
- Create bespoke menus tailored to dietary requirements, nutritional goals, allergies, and personal preferences
- Demonstrate expertise across a wide range of international and Asian cuisines
- Deliver consistently high standards in plated fine dining, family style meals, buffet presentations, and special event catering
- Develop seasonal and creative menu concepts while maintaining variety and innovation
- Source and select the highest quality ingredients, ensuring premium standards and freshness
- Plan and execute private lunches, dinners, celebrations, and high profile events
- Oversee daily operation and organisation of the kitchen, lead and supervise kitchen staff
- Manage kitchen schedules, workflows, stock levels, food costs, and inventory
- Maintain highest standards of cleanliness, food safety, hygiene, and compliance with HACCP
Requirements
- Formal culinary qualification from a recognised culinary institution
- Minimum 5 8 years' experience as an Executive Chef, Private Chef, or Head Chef within luxury private households, VIP residences, yachts, or five star establishments
- Strong knowledge of international and Asian cuisines
- Proven experience in fine dining, event catering, buffet presentation, and family style dining
- Fluent English communication skills
- Valid Driver's License (able to convert)
- HACCP or Food Safety certification preferred
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Purpose of the Position
- We are seeking an exceptional Executive Chef to manage the culinary operations of a prestigious private estate.
- The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in international and Asian cuisines, with experience in fine dining, private events, buffet service, and family style meals.
- Must demonstrate excellent leadership, organisation, discretion, and professionalism.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and prepare exceptional daily meals for the Principal, family members, and guests.
- Create bespoke menus tailored to dietary requirements, nutritional goals, allergies, cultural and personal preferences.
- Demonstrate expertise across a wide range of international and Asian cuisines.
- Deliver consistently high standards in plated fine dining, family style meals, buffet presentations, and special event catering.
- Develop seasonal and creative menu concepts while maintaining variety and innovation.
- Source and select the highest quality ingredients, ensuring premium standards and freshness.
- Ensure all meals are presented to luxury hospitality standards with exceptional attention to detail.
- Plan and execute private lunches, dinners, celebrations, and high profile events.
- Coordinate seamlessly with household staff and service teams to ensure smooth dining experiences.
- Prepare and manage multiple service styles depending on the occasion and guest requirements.
- Anticipate the needs of the Principal and guests while delivering discreet and personalised service.
- Oversee the daily operation and organisation of the kitchen.
Qualifications & Experience
- Formal culinary qualification from a recognised culinary institution.
- Minimum 5 8 years' experience as an Executive Chef, Private Chef, or Head Chef within luxury private households, VIP residences, yachts, or five star establishments.
- Strong knowledge of international and Asian cuisines.
- Proven experience in fine dining, event catering, buffet presentation, and family style dining.
- Experience working in private households or with high profile/VIP clients preferred.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent organisational and time management abilities.
- Knowledge of specialised diets, nutrition, and allergy sensitive meal preparation.
- HACCP or Food Safety certification preferred.
- Fluent English communication skills.
Required Skills & Competencies
- Exceptional culinary creativity and presentation skills.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to excellence.
- Ability to multitask and work efficiently under pressure.
- Professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Flexibility and adaptability to household requirements.
- Strong planning and event coordination abilities.
- Calm, composed, and solution oriented personality.
- Ability to work independently and proactively.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and travel when required.
- Valid Driver's License (able to convert)
Salary & Benefits
- USD $7,000 Net per month
- Single status Live out accommodation provided
- Transport: Car provided
- Medical insurance
- 30 days annual leave per annum
- Flight per annum
- Meals
- Visa and relocation assistance provided by the client.
Additional Information
- The client will apply for the work visa and provide relocation assistance if not local.
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