Executive Chef

About the role

We invite you to join our dynamic team at ibis Styles Accra Airport City, Ghana as an Executive Chef. In this leadership role, you will oversee all culinary operations, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, innovation, consistency, and guest satisfaction across all dining venues.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all culinary operations, ensuring exceptional food quality, consistency, presentation, and guest satisfaction across all outlets and banquet operations.
• Develop innovative menus and seasonal offerings aligned with brand standards, market trends, and guest preferences.
• Manage, coach, mentor, and develop the culinary team to achieve operational excellence and foster a high‑performance culture.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, hygiene, HACCP, and local regulatory requirements.
• Monitor and control food costs, labor costs, inventory, and kitchen expenses to achieve budgeted financial targets.
• Oversee purchasing, receiving, storage, and inventory management while minimizing food waste and optimizing stock levels.

Required profile

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Hotel Management, Culinary Arts, or a related field.
• Proven experience in a demanding kitchen at a senior level.
• Strong knowledge of international cuisines, menu planning, and kitchen operations.
• Creative mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement and guest satisfaction.
• Knowledge of food safety standards, HACCP, and hygiene practices.
• Strong leadership skills with a passion for coaching and nurturing talent.

Required skills

• HACCP
• Food safety standards
• Menu planning
• International cuisines
• Kitchen operations