Executive Chef

A leading catering and hospitality services company in Ethiopia is seeking an experienced Executive Chef with strong large-scale catering and production experience from the UAE/GCC market.

The ideal candidate must have expertise in managing high-volume food production, kitchen operations, food safety standards, team leadership, and menu development within catering, industrial, airline, camp, or institutional environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all kitchen and catering operations
• Manage large-scale food production and quality control
• Develop menus, recipes, and food cost strategies
• Ensure HACCP and international hygiene standards are maintained
• Train, motivate, and manage multicultural kitchen teams
• Monitor inventory, purchasing, and kitchen budgets
• Coordinate with operations teams to ensure smooth service delivery
• Maintain consistency, presentation, and client satisfaction

Requirements

• Previous experience as Executive Chef within catering operations
• UAE/GCC experience is mandatory
• Strong background in bulk production and high-volume kitchens
• Experience in industrial, corporate, airline, camp, or institutional catering preferred
• Excellent leadership and organizational skills
• Strong knowledge of HACCP and food safety systems
• Ability to manage multicultural teams and fast-paced operations

Benefits

• Competitive salary package
• Accommodation and transportation provided
• Medical insurance
• Annual flight ticket
• Career growth opportunities