Kitchen Director

2 months ago

Durban, South Africa Manhattan Group Full time

**Job Opportunity: Kitchen Director - Major Operation in Nigeria**

**Leading 5-Star Hotel | 400+ Rooms | 8 F&B Outlets | 1,500+ Pax Function Facilities**

We are seeking a highly experienced Executive Chef for one of the largest and most prestigious hospitality operations in Nigeria. This is an exciting opportunity to lead the culinary direction of a 5-star hotel with over 400 rooms, 8 food and beverage outlets, and function facilities catering to 1,500+ guests.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- **Lead and manage all culinary operations across multiple outlets, including fine dining, casual restaurants, and extensive event catering.**:

- **Oversee menu development, food quality, and presentation to maintain 5-star standards.**:

- **Manage a large kitchen brigade, ensuring high team performance and training in line with international culinary practices.**:

- **Collaborate closely with other departments for seamless event and banquet coordination.**:

- **Ensure food safety, hygiene, and cost control standards are adhered to across all outlets.**:

- **Innovate and introduce new concepts to elevate guest experiences in all F&B outlets.**

**Requirements**:

- **Internationally experienced Executive Chef with a background in leading 5-star hotel kitchens.**:

- **Proven experience managing operations in properties with 400+ rooms and 5+ F&B outlets.**:

- **Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage large teams in a high-volume environment.**:

- **Excellent knowledge of diverse cuisines and the ability to cater to large-scale functions and banquets.**:

- **Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to evolving culinary trends.**

**Previous experience in Africa is highly desirable.**

**Salary**:Competitive and negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Application Question(s):

- Are you comfortable working in Nigeria?
- In which Countries have you worked?
- Have you managed larger kitchens with 80+ staff?
- Do you travel single status?

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