General Information
Country/Region
Saudi Arabia
Province/City
Amaala
Hiring Entity
Rosewood Amaala
Department
Food & Beverage - Culinary
Job Type
Full-time Permanent
Job Description
Position Overview
The Chef de Cuisine will lead the culinary operations of a specialty restaurant at Rosewood Amaala, focusing on Mediterranean, grill, and Middle Eastern cuisines. This role requires exceptional culinary artistry, strong leadership, and a deep understanding of regional flavors, techniques, and traditions.
As part of the pre-opening culinary leadership team, the Chef de Cuisine will craft innovative menus, train and inspire the brigade, and ensure flawless execution of dishes that reflect Rosewood’s A Sense of Place® philosophy.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage all kitchen operations for the specialty restaurant.
- Design and implement creative menus that highlight Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and grill-focused cuisines, with seasonal and locally sourced ingredients.
- Maintain consistency and excellence in food preparation, presentation, and service.
- Supervise and mentor sous chefs and line cooks, fostering a culture of creativity, discipline, and growth.
- Ensure compliance with HACCP standards, food hygiene, and kitchen safety regulations.
- Collaborate with F&B management to create food and beverage pairings and signature dining experiences.
- Monitor and control food cost, portioning, waste management, and labor productivity.
- Support pre-opening activities including kitchen set-up, menu tastings, supplier selection, and training programs.
- Engage with guests when required, representing the culinary identity of the restaurant.
- Stay current with global and regional culinary trends, continuously elevating the dining experience.
Qualifications
- Minimum 7–10 years of progressive culinary experience, including at least 3 years as Sous Chef or Chef de Cuisine in luxury hotels or fine dining restaurants.
- Specialization in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines, with proven expertise in grilling techniques and regional flavors.
- Strong leadership, organizational, and people development skills.
- Pre-opening experience in a luxury resort or fine dining environment is highly desirable.
- Solid financial acumen with experience in cost control and budgeting.
- Culinary degree or equivalent professional training.
- Fluency in English is required; knowledge of Arabic or other languages is an advantage.
About Us
Surrounded by the world’s fourth-largest barrier reef system and the scenic Hijazi mountains, Rosewood Amaala will bring an ultra-luxury regenerative escape to The Red Sea region of Saudi Arabia.
The resort will be part of the Red Sea Global’s Amaala destination, an integrated wellness haven spanning 4,155km2 and set in the Prince Mohammad bin Salman Nature Reserve.
Rosewood Amaala will explore what it truly means to be regenerative, with unique experiences that weave together wellness and sustainability. The resort will focus on the well-being of its guests, the community and the native flora and fauna – all while recognizing the integral connection between the three.