Executive Chef

Ella Resorts is a newly established hospitality management company, boasting a collection of eco-chic hospitality properties. In 2024, Ella Resorts will be operating a portfolio of 7 lifestyle & family resorts on the islands of Rhodes, Corfu & Crete, offering exceptional quality and service excellence. In order to support our rapid growth we are seeking to hire:

Executive Chef

As the Executive Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing all culinary operations, ensuring the highest standards of quality, innovation, and guest satisfaction. You will lead a team of passionate culinary professionals and work closely with other departments to deliver outstanding dining experiences.

Responsibilities

• Reports to the General Manager and the Group Executive Chef
• Maintain a high standard of appearance at all times for them and their team with the Ella Resorts standards
• Develop and implement innovative and creative menus
• Ensures all food and hygiene safety regulations are followed
• Inspects the quality of the offered food within the resort
• Stay updated with industry trends and new culinary techniques
• Coordinates all of the kitchen staff ensuring consistent quality and excellent service
• Hires and trains new kitchen staff
• Manages special dietary needs
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment, adhering to health and safety regulations
• Monitor food costs and maintain strict budgetary control
• Prepares and ensures all scheduling are as per business demands
• Collaborate with suppliers to source the finest quality ingredients

Requirements

• 3+ years working experience in a similar role at a 5-star hotel
• Degree/Diploma in culinary
• Excellent knowledge of English language
• A second language (French, German, Russian, or Italian) will be considered as a plus
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a culinary team
• Excellent knowledge of ISO 22000 & HACCP
• Certification in Hygiene Protocols 
• In-depth knowledge of food preparation techniques and flavor combinations
• Strong understanding of food cost control and budget management
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities
• Ability to work well under pressure and in a fast-paced environment

Position Attributes

• Flexibility to respond to a range of different work situations
• Passion for delivering exceptional levels of services
• Negotiation and excellent communication skills
• Pleasant personality, guest oriented

Benefits

• Accommodation & daily meal
• Competitive remuneration package
• Continuous training
• Career prospects on a transparent working environment
• Company team events
• Collaborative working environment

Ella Resorts are dedicated in providing exceptional guest experiences across its brand and our amazing Team members are at the heart of it.

Join us today to build our future together.

All applications will be acknowledged and treated as strictly confidential.