Cluster Executive Chef

• Oversee kitchen operations across multiple boutique hotel properties within the cluster.

• Develop and implement creative menus aligned with each hotel’s concept and brand identity.

• Ensure consistent food quality, presentation, and service standards across all outlets.

• Lead, mentor, and train culinary teams to achieve operational excellence.

• Manage food cost, inventory control, supplier relations, and kitchen budgets.

• Ensure compliance with food safety, HACCP, hygiene, and sanitation standards.

• Collaborate with hotel management on seasonal promotions, special events, and guest experiences.

• Monitor market trends and introduce innovative culinary concepts and techniques.

• Optimize kitchen efficiency, staffing, and productivity across all properties. 

• Minimum 7–10 years of culinary leadership experience, preferably within luxury or boutique hotels.

• Previous experience as Cluster Executive Chef is highly preferred.

• Strong knowledge of international cuisine and modern culinary trends.

• Proven ability to manage multi-property culinary operations.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

• Strong financial and cost-control management abilities.

• Culinary degree or professional certification preferred.

• Fluency in Azerbaijan and English is required; additional languages are an advantage.