Head Chef – Luxury Hotel

About the role

Le Gray, a contemporary‑classic luxury hotel in Beirut, is seeking a Head Chef to lead its culinary team. This full‑time, on‑site position is responsible for delivering high‑quality, innovative dishes that reflect the hotel’s refined atmosphere and Mediterranean setting.

Key responsibilities

• Design, update and execute seasonal menus for the hotel’s restaurants and special events.
• Supervise food preparation, ensuring consistency, presentation and flavor standards.
• Manage kitchen staff scheduling, training and performance.
• Control inventory, ordering, cost management and supplier relationships.
• Enforce food safety, hygiene regulations and maintain a clean work environment.
• Collaborate with front‑of‑house, events and hotel management to enhance guest dining experiences.

Required profile

• Extensive experience as a Head Chef or Executive Chef in upscale or luxury hotel restaurants.
• Strong leadership and team‑coaching abilities in a high‑pressure kitchen.
• Excellent communication skills and fluency in English; Arabic or French is a plus.
• Culinary degree or professional certification from a recognized institution is highly preferred.

Required skills

• Menu planning and development for Mediterranean, international and contemporary cuisine.
• Inventory control, cost management and supplier coordination.
• Food safety and hygiene compliance.