Executive Chef

Our Vision, we make moments

Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts (MH&R) is in the “moments” business. We’re intimately involved in important times in our guests lives. And you never know when a moment can be made. A simple smile in the lobby can create the positivity that turns a business trip into a new business celebration. An insider tip on the best way to spend a day can make an entire holiday. A romantic dinner for two can lead to a longer term partnership.

It doesn’t take much to make a moment. Just to be genuine. And human. And warm. And take steps to do the ordinary in an extraordinary way. 

We understand that this vision cannot be achieved without great people who create and support work environments designed to produce exceptional results.  
 

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Executive Chefs with large key luxury international hotel brand experience within Middle Eastern & European markets.

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the kitchen, including food preparation, cooking, and presentation, ensuring quality and consistency in all dishes served.
• Develop and update departmental SOP Manual, detailing standards of performance, policies and procedures and service standards pertinent to the efficient operation of the kitchen in accordance to Hotel's policies, standards and municipality requirements.
• Excellent knowledge of handling large banquet facilities & ODC operations with a luxury restaurant background. 
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards and regulations, implementing proper hygiene practices, sanitation procedures, and HACCP principles to prevent foodborne illnesses and maintain cleanliness in the kitchen.
• Manage food inventory levels, monitor stock rotation, and control food costs by minimizing waste, optimizing portion sizes, and implementing effective inventory control systems.
• Works with the senior culinary team and is responsible for the team developing new menus and product development supported by detailed analysis and accurate costing.
• Supervise the senior culinary team by providing guidance, training, and motivation to maintain high levels of productivity, morale, and high-quality products while maintaining acceptable costs. 
• Ensure that all departmental reports, schedules, standard recipes, menus, food presentation photographs and correspondences are completed in an accurate and timely manner.
• Interact with management of other departments within areas of responsibility to foster and maintain effective working relations with them.

• Identify market needs and trends in terms of food menus for both hotel guests and the local market.

• 10+ years of international experience in five-star hotels and restaurants.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Proven problem-solving and project management abilities.
• Highly detail-oriented with a creative and positive mindset.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.
• Ability to drive and implement innovative solutions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Core Behaviours

Core behaviours are our actions: what we say, what we do, and how we interact with one another. Our behaviours come from what we believe in, what we value. At Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts, we call these value-based behaviours. The following statements provide indicators of the types of behaviours we expect employees in our company to display.

Trust:     Operates with fairness and integrity, fostering an environment of transparency and sincerity through open and honest communication and by honouring commitments.

Relationships:     We build and maintain strong connections with colleagues and guests, valuing diversity in people and perspectives whilst overcoming potential obstacles to increase cooperation and collaboration.

Drive:     We are action-oriented, setting direction for self and others, clarifying goals and objectives and overcoming barriers and challenges to produce results.

Entrepreneurship:     We fully understand the business and market context, identifying and seizing opportunities for continuous improvement and supporting change.

Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts reserves the right to revise all job descriptions from time to time as business needs demand. Other duties may be assigned as & when necessary. The above-mentioned job description attempts to outline key aspects of the role, however, does not limit its right to assign other duties to an employee in this position. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. 

I commit to the above requirements of my position and will strive to demonstrate our Values and Core Behaviours in my daily work and confirm I am able to perform the essential function of the role as identified.