Head Chef - New Opening - Hatta

Our adventure camp in the Hatta mountains celebrates the land’s spirit, providing countless ways to play and explore the outdoors. Fifty caravans form a lively community inspired by nomadic exploration, surrounded by hiking and biking trails throughout mountainous terrain that immerse guests in the region’s natural beauty. A central restaurant fueled by local flavors is designed for guests to gather, and a wellness center offers restorative rituals drawing from local tradition. 

Key Responsibilities

Culinary Leadership & Innovation

• Design and curate seasonal menus that highlight local, sustainable ingredients and reflect the property's focus on wellness, adventure, and cultural authenticity.

• Lead culinary innovation by integrating health-conscious, nature-inspired dishes that appeal to discerning luxury travelers.

• Maintain impeccable standards of food quality, presentation, and safety in line with brand values and regulatory requirements.

Team Management & Development

• Inspire, mentor, and manage the kitchen brigade, fostering a collaborative environment that encourages creativity, discipline, and continuous growth.

• Oversee recruitment, training, and performance management of culinary staff to build a high-performing team aligned with the property's service standards.

Operational Excellence

• Manage kitchen operations efficiently, including inventory control, budgeting, and supplier relationships, ensuring cost-effective and sustainable practices.

• Collaborate with on-site teams to synchronize culinary offerings with overall guest experiences, from arrival to departure.

Guest Experience & Brand Alignment

• Deliver a personalized dining experience that resonates with guests, enhancing the overall hospitality journey.

• Work closely with sales and marketing teams to develop culinary activations, themed dining events, and wellness-focused food experiences that elevate the property’s brand positioning.

Market Awareness & Continuous Improvement

• Stay ahead of culinary trends, particularly in wellness, sustainability, and experiential dining, to keep offerings fresh and competitive.

• Gather guest feedback and monitor performance metrics to continuously refine and enhance the dining experience.

• Minimum 7 years of professional culinary experience, including at least 3 years in a senior kitchen leadership role.

• Proven expertise in luxury, wellness-focused, or experiential hospitality dining concepts.

• Strong knowledge of local and international cuisines, with a passion for sustainable and nature-inspired ingredients.

• Experience working in or familiarity with the GCC region is highly desirable.

• Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

• A genuine passion for creating authentic, memorable guest experiences through food.

What’s In It for You

• Lots of opportunity to progress and switch it up as part of a global family of brands.
• Great healthcare, competitive salary, and some nice extra perks across the Ennismore family of brands!
• Learning opportunities to broaden your skillset and development that helps you think, make, and thrive at work
• The opportunity to be yourself and collaborate with other bright minds in a relaxed, innovative culture

This is a rare opportunity to be part of a purpose-driven hospitality concept that merges nature, design, and experience.

Join us at Hatta - where nature leads, community thrives, and stories unfold.