Chef de Cuisine - Steakhouse

Role summary

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The Chef de Cuisine leads the culinary operation of the steakhouse, overseeing menu execution, food quality, kitchen organization, cost control, and team performance. Candidates typically need extensive experience in premium restaurants or hotels, strong knowledge of steak preparation, sauces, kitchen hygiene, food safety, and modern culinary techniques. Formal culinary training and experience in an international luxury hospitality environment are advantageous. The successful candidate is expected to supervise and coach chefs, maintain consistent presentation and portion standards, manage inventory, control waste, coordinate with service teams, and comply with Marriott and local health regulations. Creativity, leadership, communication skills, resilience, and the ability to work flexible shifts are essential.

About the employer

JW Marriott Marquis City Center Doha is a luxury hotel located in the heart of West Bay, connected to City Center Doha and close to the city’s business and leisure attractions. The property operates under Marriott International, one of the world’s largest hospitality companies, with a global portfolio of hotels and resorts. JW Marriott focuses on refined service, wellness, high-quality dining, and personalized guest experiences. The hotel offers upscale accommodation, meeting and event facilities, restaurants, lounges, spa services, and recreational amenities. Employees work in a multicultural environment and benefit from structured Marriott standards, training opportunities, and international career mobility. The steakhouse Chef de Cuisine role is part of the hotel’s food and beverage operation and involves maintaining premium culinary standards while supporting commercial performance and guest satisfaction.

Working in Qatar

Qatar is a modern Gulf state and peninsula rather than an island, offering strong employment opportunities in hospitality, tourism, aviation, construction, healthcare, finance, technology, and energy. Doha is the main employment center, with a cosmopolitan population and communities from around the world. Local culture is shaped by Islamic traditions, so modest dress, respectful behavior, and awareness of prayer times are important. Lifestyle options include beaches, desert excursions, shopping malls, museums, international restaurants, and sporting events. Qatar has hot summers, mild winters, reliable public transport, and generally tax-free personal income. Employers usually arrange a work visa, residence permit, medical checks, and sometimes accommodation, meals, flights, and transport. Candidates should confirm contract benefits, probation terms, family sponsorship rules, and relocation costs before accepting an offer.