Executive Chef

Salary : Negotiable

Start: ASAP

Languages: English and German is a bonus

Location: Dresden

The Role:

A distinguished opportunity has arisen for a passionate culinary leader to shape the gastronomic identity of two unique hotels in the heart of Dresden.

This role offers creative freedom, operational ownership, and the chance to inspire and develop a dynamic culinary team to deliver unforgettable dining experiences across restaurants, events, and catering.

Key Responsibilities

Culinary Creativity & Concept Development

• Lead the development and launch of new restaurant concepts and seasonal menus, combining luxury standards with regional flavors.
• Collaborate with F&B management to shape and evolve food & beverage offerings.
• Ensure dining experiences that balance refinement and authenticity in all hotel outlets.

Leadership & Team Development

• Inspire, mentor, and manage kitchen teams, including chefs, apprentices, and support staff.
• Foster a culture of excellence, teamwork, and continuous skill development.
• Guide apprentices and invest in next-generation culinary talent.
• Oversee hiring, onboarding, retention, and offboarding for kitchen staff.

Operational Excellence

• Oversee daily kitchen operations for à la carte, banqueting, room service, breakfast, lunch, high wine, dinner, and outside catering (up to 250 guests).
• Maintain the highest standards of food quality, hygiene, and sustainability across all services.
• Manage food cost control, purchasing, inventory, and supplier relationships.
• Collaborate with service teams to ensure seamless guest experiences between kitchen and front of house.

Supplier & Quality Control

• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships for consistency, quality, and innovation.

Strategic Contribution

• Serve as a member of the hotel management team, contributing to strategic decision-making beyond the kitchen to align culinary direction with broader hotel goals.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef or in senior culinary leadership within luxury hospitality or fine dining.
• Strong background in menu development, cost management, and kitchen operations.
• International outlook, with passion for regional produce and sustainability practices.
• Fluent in English; German language ability is an advantage.
• Willingness to relocate to Dresden and undergo international training/internships.

Personal Attributes

• Genuine passion for food, creativity, and innovation.
• Strong leader with the ability to inspire, mentor, and foster collaboration.
• Eye for detail, quality, and consistency.
• Curious about culinary developments and committed to ongoing learning.
• Interest in dining out to broaden knowledge and perspective.