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Executive Chef – Six Senses Kanuhura
Role summary
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The Executive Chef leads all culinary operations at Six Senses Kanuhura, overseeing restaurants, bars, banquets, menus, food quality, kitchen standards, budgets and team performance. Candidates are expected to have extensive experience as an Executive Chef or senior culinary leader in a luxury hotel or resort, ideally with international and island-resort experience. Strong knowledge of contemporary cuisine, menu engineering, food safety, HACCP, cost control and sustainable sourcing is required. The role calls for creative leadership, excellent organisation, staff development skills and the ability to work effectively in a remote, multicultural environment. A relevant culinary qualification and strong English communication skills are normally expected.
Can I work in the Maldives?
Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.
How it works
How it works: Employer quota and work permit, paid by the employer; some roles are being reserved for Maldivians (2027 to 2030).
Watch for: Cashier jobs are reserved for Maldivians from February 2027; guest relations, tour guides, dive instructors, housekeeping, HR and front office managers follow by about 2030.
Official source: Ministry of Economic Development: Regulation on Foreign Employment. Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in the Maldives
Usual for the Maldives, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | On the island; shared for line staff |
|---|---|
| Meals | Full board |
| Flights | Joining flight and a yearly home ticket |
| Service charge | At least 10%, shared equally by all staff (by law); about USD 250 to 1,000+ a month, more at top resorts |
| Contract | 1 to 2 years; probation 3 months at most |
| Leave | 30 days |
| Income tax | 0% below about USD 3,900 a month, then 5.5% to 15% |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
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About Six Senses
Six Senses is a luxury hospitality brand known for wellness, sustainability and highly personalised guest experiences. It operates distinctive resorts and hotels in sought-after destinations, combining thoughtful design with local culture, environmental responsibility and innovative wellness programmes. Six Senses Kanuhura is a private-island resort in the Maldives, offering beachfront accommodation, refined dining, spa experiences and activities centred on the natural environment. The brand is part of IHG Hotels & Resorts, a global hotel group whose portfolio includes numerous luxury, lifestyle and mainstream brands. Six Senses places strong emphasis on genuine service, responsible operations, staff development and creating memorable experiences for guests. Culinary leaders are expected to support both the brand’s high standards and its focus on fresh, sustainable and locally influenced food.