Executive Chef

Islamabad, Islamabad Capital Territory, pk on site Until 9/13/2026 10+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted July 15, 2026 Last posted July 15, 2026
Job description

Mövenpick Hotel Centaurus Islamabad is Located in the heart of Pakistan’s capital, Mövenpick Hotel Centaurus Islamabad is a luxury Accor property offering world-class hospitality, exceptional dining experiences, and premium facilities. As part of the global Mövenpick brand, the hotel combines Swiss-inspired excellence with authentic local experiences.

Featuring elegant accommodations, signature restaurants, luxury meeting and event spaces, and unique lifestyle experiences, Mövenpick Hotel Centaurus Islamabad is redefining luxury hospitality in the city.

We are seeking a passionate and inspiring Executive Chef to lead our culinary team, develop talent, and drive culinary excellence across our restaurants, banquets, and events

  • Build a strong culinary culture that connects Pakistan’s culinary heritage with international standards, promoting excellence, teamwork, creativity, and continuous improvement within the kitchen department.
  • Ensure exceptional food quality, consistency, presentation, and compliance with international culinary standards.
  • Lead, coach, and develop the culinary team through ongoing training, mentoring, and continuous learning opportunities.
  • Create innovative menus while managing food cost, hygiene standards, HACCP compliance, and operational efficiency.
  • Partner with the Food & Beverage leadership team to deliver exceptional dining experiences and create innovative, distinctive culinary events throughout the year for our guests.
  • Analyze kitchen performance metrics, manage budgets, and make data-driven decisions to optimize profitability without compromising quality
  • Oversee food safety, sanitation, and hygiene protocols, ensuring full compliance with HACCP standards and local health regulations
  • Minimum 10 years of culinary experience, including previous Executive Chef experience in a luxury hotel or large-scale hospitality operation.
  • Proven ability to lead, train, and develop multicultural culinary teams.
  • Strong leadership skills with a passion for coaching and nurturing talent.
  • Excellent knowledge of international cuisine, food safety standards, and cost management.
  • Creative mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement and guest satisfaction.

Diversity & Inclusion for Accor means welcoming each and everyone and respecting their differences by giving priority only to qualities and skills in extending employment and development opportunities. Our ambition is to provide meaningful employment, a warm and welcoming culture, excellent working conditions and to promote the development of all people, including those with disabilities

About this role

Summary

Lead culinary team, develop menus, ensure food quality, manage costs, oversee safety.

Job title

Executive Chef

Experience level

10+ years

Minimum experience

10+ years exp

Industry

hospitality

Location requirements

On-site in Islamabad, no remote work allowed

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

culinary leadershipinternational cuisinefood safety standardscost managementteam development

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

culinary leadershipinternational cuisinefood safetycost managementteam development
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Islamabad, Pakistan

On-site City
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