Executive Chef

Set along the dazzling Bosphorus waterfront in the historic district of Karaköy, The Peninsula Istanbul provides a showcase for both vibrant Turkish culture and superlative hospitality within Galataport, a new waterfront revitalisation project. The hotel is comprised of four exquisite buildings – three of them historic and beautifully restored – and welcomes guests arriving by land or sea.

• An exceptional opportunity to join our high-profile hotel in Istanbul.
• The Peninsula Hotels espouses luxury service, dedication to our customers, and commitment to our employees. 
• Be a part of the highly experienced team.

Key accountabilities​

• Manage all aspects of the kitchen  operations (budgeting, forecasting, capex resource planning, labour management, waste management, etc.), food quality and administrative functions.
• Create recipes and menus, and pricing in accordance with marketing, cost control, and profit objectives.
• Anticipate and evaluate the market needs pertaining to the culinary expectations, considering the local market, guest mix, and industry and competitive trends to recommend appropriate product/service and operational changes to ensure guest.
• Instigate a continuous improvement mindset in the department to drive employee engagement and maintain market positioning with exceptional financial returns.
• Maintains and set adherence standards for product quality, consistency, presentation, portioning, garnishment, and utilization goals.
• Develop positive customer relations through proactive interaction with Guests, Team Members, contractors, and suppliers.
• Work in synergy with the Food and Beverage leader to ensure that the divisional are achieved and well communicated. 
   

General requirements

• Minimum of 5 years in a similar position at a luxury hotel or large hospitality group as an Executive Chef.
• Exceptional creative abilities and extensive menu development and budget preparation experience
• Excellent interpersonal skills and leadership skills to engage and motivate key stakeholders, especially colleagues. Passion for creating exceptional guest and colleague experiences.
• Fluent in English language proficiency. Turkish language skills is highly desirable.

We would be delighted to receive your CV and will liaise directly with suitable applicants.
 

About The Peninsula Istanbul

Set along the dazzling Bosphorus waterfront in the historic district of Karaköy, The Peninsula Istanbul provides a showcase for both vibrant Turkish culture and superlative hospitality within Galataport, a new waterfront revitalisation project. The hotel is comprised of four exquisite buildings, three of them historic and beautifully restored – and welcomes guests arriving by land or sea.