Kigali on 05/02/2025

Job Title: Executive Chef

Location: Great Seasons Hotel

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: Competitive, Based on Experience

About Us:
At Great Seasons Hotel , we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional dining experiences with creative, high-quality cuisine. As a beloved part of the community, we are seeking an experienced, dynamic, and passionate Executive Chef to lead our kitchen team and bring innovation and excellence to our menu offerings. If you’re a culinary leader with a vision for growth, an eye for detail, and a love for hospitality, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team to ensure the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and taste.
• Develop, plan, and create seasonal menus and specials that reflect the restaurant’s style and vision.
• Oversee the daily operations of the kitchen, including inventory management, ordering, and ensuring the kitchen adheres to health and safety standards.
• Manage kitchen staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance evaluations.
• Ensure cost control and profitability while maintaining the highest quality of food.
• Collaborate with front-of-house management to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen and dining area.
• Stay current with industry trends and integrate new techniques, equipment, and ingredients.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and safe kitchen environment.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience at least 3 years as an Executive Chef, Sous Chef, or in a senior culinary management role.
• Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, food safety, and sanitation regulations.
• Ability to create and execute innovative, high-quality dishes.
• Leadership and team management skills with the ability to inspire and develop a talented team.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Culinary degree preferred, but not required based on experience of 5 years.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity for career growth and professional development.
• A dynamic and creative work environment.

If you're ready to take the next step in your culinary career and lead a team that’s as passionate about food as you are, we want to hear from you! Please send your resume, a cover letter detailing your culinary vision, and a portfolio of your work to [email protected] or bring your application at Great Seasons Hotel at KG 14 Ave, 383 St Gacuriro Not later than 28^th February 2025 at 4PM. Be sure to include “Executive Chef Application” in the subject line.

RUKUNDO Aimable

Managing Director