Executive Chef

The Role

As Executive Chef, you will be the master storyteller of Faena Wadi Safar’s culinary universe. Your kitchen will be a stage, your team the performers, and each plate a narrative—bringing together flavor, design, and culture to create immersive, unforgettable moments.

You will lead all culinary operations—from signature restaurants to private dining, wellness-focused offerings, and experiential events—ensuring that every dish, concept, and presentation embodies Faena’s artistry, warmth, and attention to detail.

What You Will Create

Culinary Worlds of Wonder

• Curate dining experiences that are elegant, inventive, and deeply human—where taste, technique, and presentation work in harmony with the architecture and atmosphere of each space.

Pre-Opening as Creation

• Lead the pre-opening journey of the kitchens and culinary venues—setting standards, commissioning tools, recruiting talent, and instilling rituals that make the opening feel inevitable and effortless.

Artistry in Service

• Transform kitchen operations into a rhythm of collaboration and precision—where execution is flawless, yet creativity and expression remain at the heart of every service.

Teams of Mastery

• Recruit, inspire, and develop a high-performing culinary leadership team—cultivating skill, pride, curiosity, and a shared commitment to Faena’s ethos.

Performance with Soul

• Balance artistry with commercial accountability—managing costs, maintaining quality, and building trust with ownership while ensuring the culinary vision remains uncompromised.

Connection to Place

• Incorporate Saudi ingredients, culture, and storytelling into menus and experiences—celebrating local heritage while engaging global culinary perspectives.