Lead and oversee all culinary operations of Fairmont Ramla's signature Italian restaurant, ensuring exceptional food quality, presentation, and guest satisfaction. Develop authentic Italian menus, seasonal specialties, and innovative culinary experiences while maintaining Fairmont luxury standards. Plan, organize, and supervise daily kitchen operations, ensuring efficiency, consistency, and smooth service during breakfast, lunch, and dinner operations. Collaborate closely with the Restaurant Manager and Front-of-House team to deliver seamless guest experiences. Maintain the highest standards of food safety, hygiene, sanitation, and HACCP compliance. Monitor food costs, labor costs, inventory, purchasing, and waste management to achieve financial objectives without compromising quality. Lead, coach, mentor, and inspire the culinary brigade, fostering a culture of teamwork, creativity, and continuous development. Ensure all recipes, preparation methods, and plating standards are consistently followed. Work with the Executive Chef to develop seasonal promotions, special events, VIP experiences, and festive dining concepts. Build strong relationships with suppliers to source premium ingredients while maintaining cost efficiency. Promote innovation and excellence while preserving the authenticity of Italian cuisine.

Desired Candidate Profile

Proven experience in authentic Italian cuisine, including handmade pasta, risotto, wood-fired pizza, premium meats, seafood, and classic Italian desserts. Previous experience in a luxury hospitality brand. Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills. Excellent understanding of food cost control, inventory management, purchasing, and budgeting. Comprehensive knowledge of HACCP, food safety, and sanitation standards. Fluent in English; Arabic is an advantage. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and kitchen management systems.