EXECUTIVE CHEF @ AFRICAWORK
The Executive Chef position is a prestigious role within a luxury restaurant industry client located in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. This expat profile position requires a visionary culinary leader capable of designing and executing a refined European–Asian fusion program that sets new standards for fine dining in the region. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading all back-of-house operations and ensuring that every dish meets the highest global benchmarks.
Beyond culinary execution, the role involves building and training a high-performance kitchen brigade and establishing robust operational systems. The Executive Chef will collaborate closely on lounge and bar food concepts while maintaining exceptional food cost discipline. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the brand positioning as the premier fine dining address in Tanzania, requiring a blend of technical mastery, administrative acumen, and creative flair.
Beyond culinary execution, the role involves building and training a high-performance kitchen brigade and establishing robust operational systems. The Executive Chef will collaborate closely on lounge and bar food concepts while maintaining exceptional food cost discipline. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the brand positioning as the premier fine dining address in Tanzania, requiring a blend of technical mastery, administrative acumen, and creative flair.
Key Requirements
Minimum 5+ years experience in luxury hospitality
Minimum 3 years as Executive Chef or Head Chef in fine dining
Demonstrated expertise in Classical French techniques
Proven proficiency in Modern European gastronomy
Mastery of Japanese precision and knife skills
Deep understanding of Asian flavor layering and umami architecture
Excellence in contemporary plating aesthetics
Ability to build and train a high-performance kitchen brigade
Experience in establishing operational systems aligned with global benchmarks
Strong food cost discipline and financial management skills