Head Chef | Seychelles

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Head Chef | Seychelles Creole flavours. East African influence. Beachfront dining. A busy beachfront restaurant in the Seychelles is searching for a Head Chef who thrives on flavour, fresh seafood and island energy. Think Creole influences, coastal cooking and vibrant international beach favourites , all served in one of the most beautiful dining settings in the world. This is a kitchen built around the rhythm of island life — fresh fish landed daily, bold spices, relaxed beachside dining and dishes designed to be shared and enjoyed after a day in the ocean. The role calls for a chef who can balance creativity with consistency, bringing together Creole and East African influences, vibrant coastal flavours and well-executed international classics to create a menu that resonates with both international travellers and returning guests.   What You’ll Own Leadership of the kitchen and culinary team • Menu development celebrating Creole, East African and seafood-driven cuisine • Consistent delivery of high-quality dishes across service periods • Food cost control, purchasing, and supplier relationships • Kitchen systems, hygiene standards, and operational discipline • Team training, mentoring, and performance management • Development of signature dishes that reflect the destination and environment • Stock management, ordering, and waste control • Maintaining high standards of plating, flavour, and presentation • Working collaboratively with front-of-house to ensure a seamless guest experience   Who You Are An experienced Head Chef or strong Senior Sous Chef ready to step up • Confident working with seafood, spices, grills and coastal cooking styles • Knowledge or interest in Creole and East African cuisine • Comfortable working with fresh fish, shellfish and seasonal produce • A calm, disciplined kitchen leader who can manage a small island team • Highly organised with strong cost control awareness • Able to balance creativity with operational consistency • Passionate about simple, flavour-driven cooking using high-quality ingredients Experience working in island resorts, coastal destinations, or African \/ Indian Ocean cuisines will be highly advantageous.   Why This Role Live and work in the Seychelles • Lead the kitchen of a well-positioned beachfront restaurant • Creative freedom to shape menus around local ingredients • Opportunity to build a strong culinary reputation in a high-profile tourist destination • Work in one of the most beautiful beach locations in the Indian Ocean   Package & Benefits Competitive international salary • Accommodation provided • Company vehicle • Expatriate employment package • Work permit support • Opportunity to live and work in a world-class island destination