Kitchen Manager Full Time NEW

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly experienced, strong-minded, and exceptional Kitchen Manager to lead and transform our luxury private palace kitchen operations in Saudi Arabia.

The ideal candidate is not just a manager, but a true culinary leader with the ability to elevate the kitchen performance, restructure workflows, and upgrade culinary standards by at least 180 degrees. This role requires a strong personality, high discipline, deep culinary expertise, and proven ability to manage high-pressure luxury hospitality environments, VIP dining, formal events, and large-scale food production.

The Kitchen Manager will be fully responsible for daily kitchen operations, team leadership, production quality, and continuous improvement of all culinary processes.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and control all kitchen operations in a luxury palace environment

• Manage, train, and discipline all kitchen staff and chefs

• Restructure and improve kitchen workflow, production systems, and efficiency

• Ensure the highest standards of food quality, taste, presentation, and consistency

• Supervise food preparation for VIP dining, formal events, and large banquets

• Control food cost, waste reduction, and inventory efficiency

• Work closely with Executive Chef and operations leadership to elevate culinary standards

• Implement strict hygiene, safety, and HACCP compliance systems

• Develop new processes to improve speed, quality, and operational excellence

• Ensure full readiness of the kitchen for daily service and high-profile events

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Requirements:

• Minimum 7–10 years of experience in professional kitchen operations

• Strong background in luxury hospitality, hotels, private estates, or high-end catering

• Proven leadership experience managing large kitchen teams

• Strong personality with excellent decision-making and discipline enforcement skills

• Deep knowledge of international cuisine and large-scale production systems

• Ability to redesign and improve kitchen operations and efficiency

• Experience in VIP hospitality, banquets, and formal dining operations

• Strong understanding of food safety, HACCP, and hygiene standards

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Preferred Background:

• Luxury Hotels & Resorts (5-star and above)

• Private Palaces & VIP Hospitality Operations

• High-End Banquet & Catering Operations

• Large Central Kitchen Management

• Fine Dining & Event Culinary Leadership

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Salary Range:

10,000 USD – 15,000 USD (Depending on experience & capability)

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary Package

• Accommodation Allowance

• Transportation

• Medical Insurance

• Long-Term Leadership Opportunity in Luxury Hospitality Environment