Executive Chef

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Executive Chef to lead and elevate the culinary program of a high-volume, premium corporate dining operation. In this role, you will take full ownership of a newly built, modern kitchen and oversee a dynamic food program serving 350+ people daily across breakfast, lunch, and dinner. You will lead a team of 10 kitchen professionals and design a global rotating cuisine that delivers both variety and consistently high quality. This is a unique opportunity to shape a food experience from the ground up in a fast-paced environment where dining is central to company culture, combining creativity, operational excellence, and scale. ### Responsibilities - Lead all day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring excellence in food quality, consistency, and service - Define and execute a global rotating menu strategy, delivering diverse and engaging culinary experiences - Design seasonal, ingredient-driven menus using high-quality, locally sourced products where possible - Embed dietary inclusivity into all offerings, including vegan, vegetarian, halal, and gluten-free options - Oversee and enforce the highest standards of food safety, hygiene, and compliance - Implement and manage HACCP processes and food safety systems - Own food cost control, inventory management, supplier relationships, and ordering processes - Drive initiatives around sustainability, waste reduction, and responsible sourcing - Recruit, lead, and develop a team of 10 kitchen professionals, including scheduling and performance management - Plan and execute 2-3 major company events annually, alongside ongoing internal catering needs - Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure food remains a core part of the workplace experience ### Requirements - 10+ years of senior kitchen leadership experience, P&L ownership, and leading diverse teams - Proven experience managing high-volume food operations - Strong background in global or multi-cuisine environments and menu development - Demonstrated ownership of P&L for a food operation of meaningful scale - Experience leading and developing diverse kitchen teams - Food Safety & Hygiene certification (minimum Level 3 equivalent) - Hands-on experience with HACCP implementation - Strong understanding of local food safety regulations in Turkey (ISO 22000 is a plus) - Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills ### What You’ll Get in This Role - Monday-Friday working pattern - Opportunity to lead a new, fully equipped kitchen - Ability to shape and own a high-impact culinary program from the ground up - High level of creative freedom in menu design and food strategy - A culture where food is treated as a central part of the employee experience, not a support function Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a top priority for Dream Games. We collect and process your personal data as confidential as part of the recruitment process. Please read our [Statement of Personal Data Protection Law](https://dreamgames.com/tr/kvkk-aydinlatma-metni/) and [Consent Letter](https://dreamgames.com/tr/kvkk-acik-riza-metni/) to know more details.