EXECUTIVE CHEF

MALDIVES (LIVE-IN)

START DATE: JUNE/JULY 2026

We are seeking a visionary and highly skilled Executive Chef to lead the culinary operations of our client’s luxury resort in the Maldives. This is an extraordinary opportunity to shape world‑class dining experiences in one of the most breathtaking destinations on earth.

This position calls for a creative, hands‑on leader with a passion for excellence, a strong operational mindset, and the ability to inspire and mentor a diverse culinary team.

REQUIREMENTS:

• College degree in related field preferred.
• Must have experience in Forbes 5* luxury resorts
• Understand the logistics involved in working in a remote environment
• Ten years in Hotel Food Production including a minimum of five years in management and three years in a similar position.

• Professional certifications as required. Certified HAACP, CPR and First Aid preferred.

• Ability to effectively deal with internal and external customers, some of whom will require high levels of patience, tact and diplomacy to defuse anger, collect accurate information and resolve conflicts.
• Ability to move throughout all Food Production areas and perform essential job functions.
• Considerable skill in simple mathematical calculations without error. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret written documents; write speeches and articles; make effective and persuasive speeches and presentations to a variety of audiences; listen and communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to access and accurately input information using a moderately complex computer system.
• Hearing, smelling, tasting and visual ability to successfully perform the essential functions of this job including emergency situations.
• The work environment requires regular work in outside weather conditions. 

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