The St. Regis Doha is seeking a talented culinary professional to oversee daily kitchen operations, ensure exceptional food quality, and lead culinary teams in delivering outstanding dining experiences. This role combines hands-on cooking expertise with kitchen leadership, team development, and operational management.
Key Responsibilities
Kitchen Operations
- Manage daily kitchen operations and oversee all food preparation activities.
- Support the Executive Chef in planning, coordinating, and executing kitchen functions.
- Prepare and cook high-quality food for restaurant guests, events, and special functions.
- Monitor daily production requirements and communicate staffing and preparation needs.
- Ensure consistency in food presentation, taste, and quality standards.
- Develop innovative menu concepts, recipes, and culinary presentations.
- Maintain food storage, purchasing, receiving, and inventory control standards.
Food Safety & Quality
- Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards.
- Maintain proper food handling procedures and temperature controls.
- Conduct quality checks on raw materials and finished food products.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable food and beverage regulations.
- Monitor kitchen equipment and arrange maintenance when necessary.
Leadership & Team Management
- Supervise chefs, cooks, and kitchen associates.
- Lead kitchen shifts while actively participating in food preparation.
- Train, mentor, and develop culinary team members.
- Establish performance expectations and maintain productivity standards.
- Foster teamwork, collaboration, and a positive kitchen culture.
- Participate in employee evaluations and performance improvement initiatives.
Guest Experience
- Ensure exceptional dining experiences through consistent food quality.
- Interact with guests and gather feedback regarding menu offerings and service.
- Respond professionally to guest concerns and culinary-related issues.
- Support customer satisfaction and retention initiatives.
Financial & Operational Management
- Assist in controlling food costs, labor costs, and kitchen budgets.
- Support workforce scheduling and labor management activities.
- Monitor operational efficiency and identify improvement opportunities.
- Contribute to achieving departmental performance and profitability goals.
Requirements
Education & Experience
Option 1
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Minimum 4 years of experience in culinary, food and beverage, or hospitality operations.
OR
Option 2
- Bachelor's Degree, Diploma, or Associate Degree in Culinary Arts, Hotel Management, Restaurant Management, or a related field.
- Minimum 2 years of relevant culinary or hospitality experience.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong culinary and food preparation expertise.
- Knowledge of international food safety and sanitation regulations.
- Leadership and team management skills.
- Menu planning and food presentation capabilities.
- Inventory, purchasing, and cost-control knowledge.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced luxury hospitality environment.
- Commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences.
Preferred Candidate Profile
- Previous luxury hotel or five-star hospitality experience.
- Experience supervising kitchen teams and managing shift operations.
- Strong understanding of high-volume food production environments.
- Passion for culinary excellence, creativity, and innovation.
Why Join St. Regis Doha?
- Work with one of the world's most prestigious luxury hospitality brands.
- Access global career development opportunities within Marriott International.
- Join a diverse and inclusive workplace culture.
- Be part of a team committed to exceptional guest service and culinary excellence.
- Build your career in a world-class luxury hotel environment.
If you are a passionate culinary leader with strong kitchen management experience and a commitment to delivering exceptional dining experiences, this opportunity could be the perfect next step in your hospitality career.