Chef De Cuisine (Japanese Specialty)

A bold reimagining of luxury, Kuredhivaru Resort and Spa is a secluded retreat in the Maldives’ Noonu Atoll, just 45 minutes from Malé. With 72 overwater villas, 30 beach villas, and three opulent residences, every stay blends comfort, style, and privacy. Guests can indulge in the Sun Spa, dive into adventure, or savour culinary creativity across four exceptional restaurants. From serene escapes to thrilling experiences, Kuredhivaru inspires every traveller with boundless imagination.

Elevate Luxury Dining at Kuredhivaru Resort and Spa

Are you a culinary artist with a passion for crafting unforgettable fine dining experiences? Kuredhivaru Resort and Spa is searching for a Chef De Cuisine to lead our fine dining Japanese cuisine restaurant, offering lunch and dinner. This is your opportunity to shape the culinary journey of our guests in one of the world’s most stunning locations.

Your Role in Our Success

As the Chef De Cuisine, you will:

• Drive Daily Operations: Manage day-to-day operations, including VIP dinners, private dinners, and Chef's Table experiences, ensuring exceptional quality and guest satisfaction.
• Craft Exceptional Experiences: Design and execute menus for fine dining that showcase the best of Japanese cuisine.
• Lead Culinary Excellence: Ensuring that every dish reflects our commitment to quality, presentation, and guest satisfaction.
• Inspire & Mentor: Lead, motivate, and develop a team of chefs, ensuring the highest standards are consistently met.
• Elevate Guest Interaction: Be visible during key dining experiences, engaging with guests to gather feedback and ensure their expectations are exceeded.
• Collaborate for Perfection: Work closely with other departments to create seamless, memorable dining experiences that enhance the overall guest experience.
• Innovate Constantly: Stay ahead of fine dining trends and bring fresh, creative ideas to the table, ensuring our offerings remain at the forefront of luxury cuisine.

Why Join Our Culinary Team?

• Creative Freedom: Collaborate closely with our F&B team to develop and execute innovative menus that highlight your culinary expertise.
• Global Influence: Lead a diverse, multicultural team and delight an international clientele with your unique culinary creations.
• Luxurious Environment: Oversee high-end dining experiences in a resort setting where attention to detail and quality is paramount.
• Career Advancement: Take advantage of opportunities for growth within Accor’s global network of luxury properties.

What’s In It For You?

• Competitive Salary: Attractive package with no salary cap for the ideal candidate.
• Global Perks: Employee benefit card offering discounted rates at Accor hotels worldwide.
• Professional Development: Access to Accor’s learning programs to enhance your skills and advance your career.
• Growth Opportunities: Potential to grow within the resort and across the world in Accor’s global network.
• Make a Difference: Contribute to local communities through our sustainability programs and initiatives.

What We’re Looking For

• At least 2 years of experience as a Chef De Cuisine (Japanese Specialty) or with a minimum of 3 years as a Senior Sous Chef or higher in a fine dining environment.
• Proven expertise in managing day-to-day operations, VIP dinners, fine dining, and Chef's Table experiences.
• A luxury fine dining background, with a track record of delivering exceptional culinary experiences in high-end establishments.
• Exceptional culinary creativity skills, with a passion for pushing the boundaries of Japanese cuisine while maintaining authenticity.
• Experience in Michelin-starred restaurants or equivalent ultra-luxury dining establishments, showcasing the ability to deliver world-class dining experiences.
• A highly skilled fine dining chef who is dynamic, well-organized, and self-driven, with a deep understanding of current culinary trends.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to mentor and inspire a diverse culinary team.
• Deep knowledge of modern culinary techniques and luxury dining trends, with an emphasis on presentation and flavor.
• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across departments.
• Ability to thrive under pressure while maintaining a professional and positive attitude.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.