Executive Chef

About the role

We are looking for an accomplished Executive Chef to lead the culinary operations of our Accor‑affiliated hotel in Baghdad. You will be responsible for delivering high‑quality, innovative dishes while ensuring operational excellence and guest satisfaction.

Key responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and motivate a large, diverse kitchen team, fostering a collaborative culture.
• Develop and execute innovative menus that highlight ingredient quality and brand consistency.
• Manage kitchen operations with analytical precision, including cost control, labor optimization and resource allocation.
• Oversee food safety, sanitation and hygiene, ensuring full compliance with HACCP and local health regulations.
• Organise and execute large‑scale events and special dining experiences.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local suppliers, adapting to regional availability.
• Conduct regular staff training and development programs.
• Analyse performance metrics, manage budgets and make data‑driven decisions to optimise profitability.

Required profile

• Minimum 3 + years of experience as an Executive Chef in a high‑volume hospitality environment.
• Proven track record managing large kitchen teams.
• Experience with new restaurant openings or pre‑opening kitchen set‑up.
• Strong culinary education or formal training.

Required skills

• HACCP and food safety compliance
• Cost control and budgeting
• Menu development and innovation
• Supplier sourcing and relationship management
• Labor optimization and resource allocation