Head Chef

About the Role

One of our clients, a leading diet-focused food company in Qatar , is seeking a talented and passionate Head Chef / Executive Chef to lead its culinary operations. The ideal candidate will currently be based in Kuwait and open to relocation. This role requires strong expertise in healthy cuisine, menu planning, and kitchen management, with a focus on delivering nutritious meals that align with clients’ dietary and lifestyle needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the culinary team in creating innovative, healthy, and balanced menus tailored to customer dietary requirements.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring consistency, quality, and compliance with health & safety standards.
• Develop and implement standard recipes, portion controls, and presentation guidelines.
• Manage inventory, ordering, and cost control to maximize efficiency and minimize waste.
• Train, mentor, and supervise kitchen staff to maintain high performance and culinary excellence.
• Collaborate with nutritionists and dieticians to ensure menus meet dietary guidelines.
• Maintain strong supplier relationships to source fresh, high-quality ingredients.
• Drive continuous improvement in kitchen operations and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications & Skills

• Proven experience as a Head Chef, Executive Chef, or Senior Sous Chef (minimum 7–10 years in professional kitchens).
• Strong background in healthy, diet-specific, or nutrition-focused cuisine (experience with diet centers, meal prep, or wellness-focused restaurants is highly desirable).
• Culinary degree or equivalent professional training.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and organizational skills.
• Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards.
• Ability to manage budgets, food costs, and operational efficiency.
• Flexible and adaptable, with a passion for culinary innovation in the health & wellness space.
• Willingness and ability to relocate from Kuwait to Qatar .