Head Chef

Barrière is seeking an Head Chef.

As part of the grand opening of Casino Barrière Tirana, we are excited to introduce Chérie Cherry, Barrière’s signature "festive bistro" concept within the casino. Designed as a vibrant, retro-chic social hub, Chérie Cherry reinvents the traditional French bistro experience with gourmet dishes, curated beers, and creative cocktails in a dynamic atmosphere.

To lead this opening, we are recruiting a Head Chef to serve as a key leader for the project. Reporting directly to the General Manager and the Group Deputy Executive Chef, you will oversee kitchen operations and build your team from the ground up, including the recruitment and management of 6 team members.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities

Enforce strict compliance with HQ recipes, presentation, and service speed.; Propose periodic local menu specials subject to HQ approval.; Monitor food costs and margins through procurement, inventory, and supplier oversight.; Build Excel technical sheets for yields, portion costs, and margin multipliers.; Recruit, train, and mentor a 6-person kitchen team for pre-opening and daily workflows.; Enforce strict HACCP hygiene regulations, cleaning protocols, and visual guides.; Manage daily IT communications, operational reports, and recipe documentation.

Requirements

Experience: Proven experience in a similar role (Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef), ideally with pre-opening experience within a hotel or restaurant group.; Languages: Fluent English mandatory (primary working language for management and reporting).; Culinary Approach: Strong operational mindset, prioritizing consistency, standard compliance, and cost control over pure culinary creation.; Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in Excel (ratio calculations, technical spec sheets) and standard office software.; Key Competencies: Strong administrative rigor, exceptional organizational skills, natural leadership, and clear communication.