Chef De Cuisine - Persian/Arabic/Mediterranean Cuisine

About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled and creative Chef de Cuisine to lead our specialty restaurant offering an authentic journey through Persian, Arabic, and Mediterranean flavors. The ideal candidate will bring a deep understanding of regional traditions, modern culinary trends, and luxury dining standards, ensuring an exceptional gastronomic experience for our guests.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations, ensuring consistency, quality, and authenticity in all dishes.

• Develop and implement seasonal menus showcasing Persian, Arabic, and Mediterranean culinary traditions with a modern, refined touch.

• Manage, mentor, and train a multicultural culinary team to achieve excellence.

• Ensure strict compliance with food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards.

• Monitor kitchen costs, portion control, and inventory while maximizing profitability.

• Collaborate with the F&B and service teams to deliver memorable guest dining experiences.

• Drive creativity and innovation while preserving the authenticity of traditional recipes.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8–10 years of culinary experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership role as Chef de Cuisine or Senior Sous Chef in a luxury 5-star hotel or fine dining restaurant.

• Proven expertise in Persian, Arabic, and Mediterranean cuisines, with a strong portfolio of signature dishes.

• Solid knowledge of kitchen operations, cost control, and menu engineering.

• Strong leadership, team development, and communication skills.

• Passion for delivering excellence, with meticulous attention to detail and presentation.

• Flexibility to work in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.