Job Summary
Iniala is a luxury hospitality brand renowned for its commitment to culinary excellence, innovation, and outstanding guest experiences. With award-winning properties across multiple locations, we deliver exceptional dining experiences that showcase creativity, precision, and uncompromising quality. We are currently seeking a dedicated and talented Head Chef to lead the culinary operations of our brand-new restaurant concept in Malta, Anaala by Ian Kittichai. This role is more than a job. It is a unique opportunity to lead a signature restaurant from its inception and elevate a career within a prestigious brand.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Pre-Opening Responsibilities - Lead the culinary pre-opening process, ensuring all kitchen systems, structures, and standards are in place ahead of launch.
- Coordinate with project teams, contractors, and suppliers to finalise the layout, equipment specifications, and operational readiness of the kitchen.
- Recruit, onboard, and train kitchen staff, ensuring all team members are aligned with the restaurant’s standards, culture,



and vision.
- Develop kitchen workflows, standard operating procedures, mise en place systems, and production schedules to ensure efficient and seamless service from day one.
- Collaborate with the Chef Patron and his team on tastings, menu refinement, recipe documentation, and plating guides.
- Establish supplier relationships and oversee the sourcing of premium ingredients required for launch.
- Conduct all necessary food safety, hygiene, and operational compliance checks prior to opening.
- Operational Responsibilities - Lead and inspire the kitchen team to consistently deliver exceptional dishes that exceed guest expectations and reflect the restaurant’s culinary identity.
- In conjunction with the Chef Patron, contribute to innovative and seasonally inspired menus that showcase the finest ingredients, flavours, and techniques while adhering to brand standards.
- Oversee kitchen operations,

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