Internal Vacancy - Hard Rock Hotel - Head Chef (Cyana Restaurant) in Newport

At Hard Rock Hotel Malta, we are inviting applications from motivated and experienced team members for the position of Head Chef at Cyana Restaurant, our Greek restaurant.

We are looking for a passionate and hands‑on culinary professional with strong leadership skills, a genuine appreciation for Greek and Mediterranean cuisine, and the ability to lead a kitchen team while maintaining high standards of food quality, presentation and guest satisfaction.

The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the daily kitchen operations at Cyana Restaurant, ensuring consistency, creativity, operational efficiency and an authentic Greek dining experience in line with the hotel's standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and oversee all kitchen operations at Cyana Restaurant, ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the department.
• Develop, create and maintain menus that reflect authentic Greek and Mediterranean cuisine while meeting the restaurant's concept and guest expectations.
• Ensure consistency in food quality, taste, presentation and portion control across all dishes.
• Lead, motivate, train and develop the kitchen team, promoting teamwork, accountability and a positive working environment.
• Plan and organise kitchen schedules, daily assignments and staffing requirements in line with operational needs.
• Monitor food costs, portion sizes, wastage and stock levels to ensure effective cost control and profitability.
• Oversee food purchasing, stock management and supplier coordination, ensuring the quality and freshness of ingredients.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, hygiene, HACCP and health and safety requirements.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, organisation and maintenance across all kitchen areas.
• Work closely with the Restaurant Manager and Food & Beverage management team to ensure smooth coordination between the kitchen and restaurant operations.
• Monitor guest feedback and identify opportunities to improve food quality, menu offerings and the overall dining experience.
• Introduce new dishes and seasonal menu offerings, keeping up to date with Greek and Mediterranean culinary trends.
• Ensure that all dishes are prepared and presented according to established recipes, specifications and brand standards.
• Manage kitchen equipment and report maintenance requirements to ensure operational efficiency.
• Prepare and monitor departmental budgets, food cost reports and other relevant operational KPIs.
• Perform any other duties that may be assigned by management.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a senior kitchen position, preferably as a Head Chef or Sous Chef within a quality restaurant or hotel environment.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of Greek and Mediterranean cuisine, ingredients, cooking techniques and traditional dishes.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop a kitchen team.
• Excellent culinary skills, with a strong focus on food quality, consistency and presentation.
• Good understanding of food costing, menu engineering, stock control and kitchen financial management.
• Sound knowledge of HACCP, food safety, hygiene and health and safety requirements.
• Strong organisational, planning and time-management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing operational priorities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with other departments.
• A hands‑on approach, strong attention to detail and a genuine passion for food and hospitality.
• Good command of written and spoken English.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to take on a key leadership position within Hard Rock Hotel Malta.
• Career development and professional growth within the hotel.
• The opportunity to lead and shape the culinary offering of Cyana Restaurant.
• A dynamic working environment within an internationally recognised hospitality brand.

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