Executive Head Chef

at Saudi Recruit
Published July 29, 2026
Expires September 28, 2026
Location Al Qatif, Saudi Arabia
Category General  
Job Type Full Time  
Salary Unit Hour

Description

We are seeking an Executive Head Chef with strong expertise in bakery and coffee shop concepts to lead, develop, and elevate our operation from product quality to full kitchen management.

Role Overview:
The Executive Head Chef will be responsible for culinary leadership, operational control, and team development, ensuring exceptional product quality, consistency, and profitability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the creation, execution, and presentation of premium bakery and coffee shop products
• Develop, standardize, and cost recipes to meet quality and margin targets
• Oversee inventory management, stock control, and supplier coordination
• Implement waste reduction strategies and cost-control systems
• Manage food cost calculations, yield control, and production planning
• Train, mentor, and evaluate kitchen staff, building a high-performance team
• Establish and enforce SOPs, hygiene, and food safety standards
• Drive continuous improvement in product innovation and operational efficiency

Candidate Profile:

• Proven experience in a senior or executive chef role within bakery or café concepts
• Demonstrated ability to deliver real, market-ready products
• Strong background in cost control, inventory, and kitchen systems
• Leadership mindset with hands-on operational involvement
• High attention to detail, consistency, and brand standards

What We Offer:

• Leadership role with decision-making authority
• Opportunity to build and scale a culinary concept
• Competitive executive compensation package based on experience

Please send your resume/CV