Our client, one of Malta's leading premium steakhouse restaurants, is renowned for exceptional meats, fine wines, and genuine hospitality. They are looking to recruit a Head Chef to lead kitchen operations and deliver an exceptional dining experience.

The successful candidate will lead, manage and motivate the kitchen team, develop and maintain menus reflecting Mediterranean and Italian culinary traditions, and ensure the highest standards of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen cleanliness throughout service.

This is a full-time, on-site leadership position suited to an experienced chef who thrives in a fast-paced, premium dining environment and is committed to culinary excellence.

• Lead, manage, and motivate the kitchen team to deliver exceptional food quality and service.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring a smooth and efficient workflow.
• Develop and maintain menus reflecting Mediterranean and Italian culinary traditions.
• Ensure the highest standards of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen cleanliness.
• Manage food costs, stock control, and ordering.
• Train and develop kitchen staff.
• Monitor performance and implement improvements.
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations.

• Significant experience leading professional kitchen teams.
• Strong background in Mediterranean and Italian cuisine.
• Excellent leadership, organisation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, premium dining environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to culinary excellence.

• Kitchen leadership and team management.
• Mediterranean and Italian menu development.
• Food safety and hygiene compliance.
• Food cost and stock control.
• Staff training and performance management.

• Sicilian culinary experience is highly valued.

• Leadership opportunity at a premier restaurant.
• Professional and supportive working environment.
• Access to high-quality ingredients.
• Career development opportunities.
• Competitive remuneration package based on experience.

This role offers genuine career development opportunities within a premier, high-end dining establishment.

Our client is one of Malta's leading premium steakhouse restaurants, based in St. Julian's, renowned for exceptional meats, fine wines, and genuine hospitality.

Outreach Recruitment Ltd is a Malta-based recruitment agency connecting employers with qualified local and international talent across hospitality, retail, finance, technology, healthcare, construction, engineering, maritime, and other industries.

If you are an experienced Head Chef with a passion for Mediterranean and Italian cuisine, apply online today. We aim to respond to all applications within 3–5 business days.

What does a Head Chef do in this role?
This Head Chef role leads the kitchen team at a premium steakhouse in St. Julian's, overseeing daily kitchen operations, developing Mediterranean and Italian menus, managing food costs, and training kitchen staff.

Is this job full-time or part-time?
This is a full-time, on-site position.

Do I need previous head chef experience to apply?
Yes, significant experience leading professional kitchen teams is required, along with a strong background in Mediterranean and Italian cuisine. Sicilian culinary experience is highly valued.

Is this role suitable for a fast-paced, premium dining environment?
Yes, the role requires the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, premium dining environment with a strong commitment to culinary excellence.

Do I need to already be in Malta to apply?
Yes, applicants must currently reside in Malta.

How do I apply for this Head Chef job in St. Julian's?
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