Head Chef, Doha Qatar
An exciting opportunity for an experienced and qualified Head Chef at a private palace in Doha.
The excellent package includes accommodation, a competitive salary, annual leave, and a mobile telephone.
A creative and progressive mindset is essential, with a passion for continuously updating culinary knowledge and introducing new recipes, especially when catering daily for the same family members and occasional VVIP events.
The ideal candidate will be able to consistently develop, design, and create new menus and dishes while accommodating dietary requirements such as low-carbohydrate diets, gluten-free options, allergies, and other nutritional considerations.
The role requires the ability to apply the sophistication of fine dining to clean, healthy Mediterranean cuisine — inspired by chefs such as Yotam Ottolenghi — featuring vibrant salads, colourful presentations, fresh ingredients, and lean proteins.
Candidates should also be capable of preparing simple yet flavourful gastropub and family-style dishes, alongside a variety of international cuisines, ensuring the family enjoys an exciting and rotational menu.
Experience in creating healthy and appealing children’s meals is highly important, with careful attention to presentation to make dishes visually attractive and enjoyable for young family members.
The successful candidate must be able to balance meals and snacks nutritionally and provide accurate macronutrient breakdowns when required.
The role demands the ability to perform efficiently under pressure and respond effectively to last-minute requests. Flexibility to accommodate feedback, adjustments, and refinements to dishes in order to satisfy family members and VVIP guests is essential.
Strong management, communication, and leadership skills are required to maintain smooth and efficient kitchen operations. A calm, respectful, and positive kitchen environment is highly valued, where kindness and professionalism contribute to a pleasant workplace culture.
The Head Chef will work within all policies and regulations, ensuring strict adherence to HACCP standards and health and safety guidelines. Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of local ingredient availability, sourcing high-quality and organic produce whenever possible, and minimising wastage through conscientious resource management are key responsibilities.
Additional duties include managing ingredient orders, inspecting the quality and integrity of deliveries, and proactively reporting equipment faults, maintenance concerns, safety hazards, or unsafe practices.
The successful candidate must also be willing to accompany the family on local and international travel when required.
Working Hours:
8 hours per day, 6 days per week, according to scheduled shifts, including early mornings and late evenings.
Main Requirements
3-year Hospitality Management qualification or equivalent culinary university degree
Proven experience as a Head Chef, with a strong background in healthy cuisine
Up-to-date knowledge of culinary trends and optimised kitchen operations
Strong leadership skills with a creative approach
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
Good working knowledge of computer applications, including MS Word, Excel, and Outlook
Air Ticket: You will be entitled to an Economy Class Air Ticket (Doha-Home Country-Doha) for yourself after 12 months of Genuine Service.
Annual Leave: 30 Calendar Days paid annual leave
Probation Period: Following a successful trial, the chosen Chef will be subject to a three-month probation period, effective from the date of commencement of work. Either party may terminate the contract during the probationary period by giving the other party one week's written notice.
Contract Duration: Unlimited period.
Medical Plan: Provided at no additional cost, valid in a network of hospitals & clinics in Qatar and worldwide.
Total Monthly employment package worth QAR 32,795.00, which includes accommodation, mobile phone, and food allowance.
JOB ID: 224975