Executive Chef

ENNISMORE

The Role As Executive Chef , you will be the master storyteller of Faena Wadi Safar s culinary universe. Your kitchen will be a stage, your team the performers, and each plate a narrative bringing together flavor, design, and culture to create immersive, unforgettable moments. You will lead all culinary operations from signature restaurants to private dining, wellness-focused offerings, and experiential events ensuring that every dish, concept, and presentation embodies Faena s artistry, warmth, and attention to detail. What You Will Create Culinary Worlds of Wonder Curate dining experiences that are elegant, inventive, and deeply human where taste, technique, and presentation work in harmony with the architecture and atmosphere of each space. Pre-Opening as Creation Lead the pre-opening journey of the kitchens and culinary venues setting standards, commissioning tools, recruiting talent, and instilling rituals that make the opening feel inevitable and effortless. Artistry in Service Transform kitchen operations into a rhythm of collaboration and precision where execution is flawless, yet creativity and expression remain at the heart of every service. Teams of Mastery Recruit, inspire, and develop a high-performing culinary leadership team cultivating skill, pride, curiosity, and a shared commitment to Faena s ethos. Performance with Soul Balance artistry with commercial accountability managing costs, maintaining quality, and building trust with ownership while ensuring the culinary vision remains uncompromised. Connection to Place Incorporate Saudi ingredients, culture, and storytelling into menus and experiences celebrating local heritage while engaging global culinary perspectives.