# Executive Chef

> Brainforce · Paphos, Cyprus · Full-time · Posted 2026-04-23

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** 05

## Description

We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client, a **luxury hospitality group**, a highly skilled and innovative **Executive Chef,** for one of their 5\* hotels in **Paphos, Cyprus.** The successful candidate will lead the culinary operations with a strong background in luxury hotel dining, and highlights on Mediterranean and Asian cuisines.

**Duties & Responsibilities:**

-   Oversee culinary operations in all restaurant’s Kitchens, including Pastry, Main Kitchen as well as Stewarding operations.
-   Work at off-site events when required.
-   Provide leadership, mentorship, and professional development to all Kitchen staff.
-   Collaborate closely with the Group Executive Chef to design and implement innovative menus that reflect Mediterranean and Asian culinary traditions, focusing on fresh, seasonal, and locally sourced ingredients.
-   Recruit, train, mentor, lead and inspire the culinary team, fostering a highly skilled and motivated team, delivering creativity and excellence in food preparation and presentation
-   Ensure that culinary standards, presentation, food quality and hygiene are consistently maintained across all outlets of the hotel , exceeding guests’ expectations.   
-   Manage daily kitchen operations, including inventory control, procurement of supplies, and coordination with other departments, while ensuring cost-effective management without compromising quality.
-   Respond effectively to all guest requests, including special dietary needs, with attention to detail.
-   Continuously train and develop the culinary team, ensuring they are up-to-date with the latest cooking techniques and trends in Mediterranean and Asian cuisines.
-   Maintain all HACCP standards within the hotel, enforcing strict health, safety, and sanitation practices in compliance with local regulations and hotel policies.
-   Work closely with the Group Executive Chef and the Hotel Manager, to align culinary offerings with the hotel’s brand and guest expectations.

## Requirements

-   Minimum of 5 years of experience as an Executive Chef or Head Chef in a 5-star luxury hotel or high-end restaurant.
-   Extensive knowledge of contemporary cooking techniques and trends in Mediterranean and Asian gastronomy.
-   Proven ability to lead, inspire, and manage a large and diverse culinary team.
-   Creative vision in menu development, with a passion for using fresh, seasonal, and locally sourced ingredients.
-   Excellent communication skills in English.
-   Formal culinary education from a recognized institution is preferred.
-   Experience in managing kitchen budgets, including food costs, labor costs, and inventory control.

## Benefits

-   Attractive remuneration package 
-   Provident Fund 
-   Staff discounts at all Hotels of the group
-   Free meals on duty
-   Employee Appreciation Program and Reward Scheme
-   Great work-life balance
-   Comprehensive new staff induction programmes
-   Group-wide professional development opportunities across countries and properties
-   Continuous training opportunities

## Apply

[Apply at Brainforce](https://apply.workable.com/brainforce/j/8027DEC92C/apply)

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