Jobs at Madifushi Private Island Maldives · Hospitality

About the role

Lead all culinary operations across a luxury island resort in Meemu Atoll, Maldives, maintaining five-star dining standards and guest satisfaction.

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What you would do

• Lead and oversee all culinary operations across the resort
• Maintain excellence in food quality, presentation, and consistency
• Develop innovative menus and memorable dining experiences
• Ensure culinary offerings meet luxury five-star standards
• Manage food costs, inventory, wastage, and departmental budgets
• Lead, mentor, and develop a multicultural culinary team
• Oversee kitchen staffing, productivity, and performance standards
• Ensure full compliance with HACCP, hygiene, and food safety standards
• Work closely with F&B to enhance guest satisfaction and dining concepts
• Drive continuous improvement across all kitchen operations

What they are looking for

• Minimum 2 years of experience as an Executive Chef in a five-star luxury resort or hotel
• Strong experience managing multiple restaurants, kitchens, and diverse culinary concepts
• Extensive knowledge of international cuisine, menu development, food trends, and contemporary culinary techniques
• Strong knowledge of food costing, budgeting, forecasting, inventory management, purchasing, and waste control
• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and develop a multicultural culinary team
• Strong knowledge of HACCP, food hygiene, sanitation, allergen management, and food safety standards
• Ability to consistently maintain five-star food quality, presentation, and culinary standards
• Strong leadership, communication, planning, and organisational skills
• Previous experience in a luxury island resort environment is an advantage
• Culinary qualification or relevant professional certification preferred

How to apply