Role Summary:

We are seeking a creative and passionate Executive Chef to lead our culinary team. You will be responsible for the conceptualization and execution of all food and beverage offerings, including the all-day dining restaurant, rooftop bar, VIP cigar lounge, and in-room dining for the serviced apartments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop innovative menus for all outlets, reflecting the Voco brand and local Kenyan flavors.
• Oversee the kitchen setup during the pre-opening phase, including kitchen design input, equipment procurement, and supplier selection.
• Manage all culinary operations, ensuring the highest quality and consistency.
• Lead, mentor, and manage the entire kitchen brigade.
• Control food costs, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a 5-star hotel or high-end restaurant.
• Pre-opening experience is highly desirable.
• A strong background in international cuisine with a flair for creativity.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and financial management skills.

• Develop innovative menus for all outlets, reflecting the Voco brand and local Kenyan flavors.
• Oversee the kitchen setup during the pre-opening phase, including kitchen design input, equipment procurement, and supplier selection.
• Manage all culinary operations, ensuring the highest quality and consistency.
• Lead, mentor, and manage the entire kitchen brigade.
• Control food costs, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

• Leadership
• Organizational skills
• Financial management skills
• Creativity
• International cuisine

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a 5-star hotel or high-end restaurant.
• Pre-opening experience is highly desirable.
• A strong background in international cuisine with a flair for creativity.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and financial management skills.