Company Description
Our adventure camp in the Hatta mountains celebrates the land’s spirit, providing countless ways to play and explore the outdoors. Fifty caravans form a lively community inspired by nomadic exploration, surrounded by hiking and biking trails throughout mountainous terrain that immerse guests in the region’s natural beauty. A central restaurant fueled by local flavors is designed for guests to gather, and a wellness center offers restorative rituals drawing from local tradition.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities
Culinary Leadership & Innovation
Design and curate seasonal menus that highlight local, sustainable ingredients and reflect the property's focus on wellness, adventure, and cultural authenticity.
Lead culinary innovation by integrating health-conscious, nature-inspired dishes that appeal to discerning luxury travelers.
Maintain impeccable standards of food quality, presentation, and safety in line with brand values and regulatory requirements.
Team Management & Development
Inspire, mentor, and manage the kitchen brigade, fostering a collaborative environment that encourages creativity, discipline, and continuous growth.
Oversee recruitment, training, and performance management of culinary staff to build a high-performing team aligned with the property's service standards.
Operational Excellence
Manage kitchen operations efficiently, including inventory control, budgeting, and supplier relationships, ensuring cost-effective and sustainable practices.
Collaborate with on-site teams to synchronize culinary offerings with overall guest experiences, from arrival to departure.
Guest Experience & Brand Alignment
Deliver a personalized dining experience that resonates with guests, enhancing the overall hospitality journey.
Work closely with sales and marketing teams to develop culinary activations, themed dining events, and wellness-focused food experiences that elevate the property’s brand positioning.
Market Awareness & Continuous Improvement
Stay ahead of culinary trends, particularly in wellness, sustainability, and experiential dining, to keep offerings fresh and competitive.
Gather guest feedback and monitor performance metrics to continuously refine and enhance the dining experience.
Qualifications
Minimum 7 years of professional culinary experience, including at least 3 years in a senior kitchen leadership role.
Proven expertise in luxury, wellness-focused, or experiential hospitality dining concepts.
Strong knowledge of local and international cuisines, with a passion for sustainable and nature-inspired ingredients.
Experience working in or familiarity with the GCC region is highly desirable.
Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
A genuine passion for creating authentic, memorable guest experiences through food.
Additional Information
What’s In It for You
- Lots of opportunity to progress and switch it up as part of a global family of brands.
- Great healthcare, competitive salary, and some nice extra perks across the Ennismore family of brands!
- Learning opportunities to broaden your skillset and development that helps you think, make, and thrive at work
- The opportunity to be yourself and collaborate with other bright minds in a relaxed, innovative culture
This is a rare opportunity to be part of a purpose-driven hospitality concept that merges nature, design, and experience.
Join us at Hatta - where nature leads, community thrives, and stories unfold.