Culinary Coordinator

About the Brand

Raffles Hotels & Resorts has built a legacy since 1887, known for creating memorable stays in landmark destinations around the world. The brand is recognized for culturally rich experiences, thoughtful service, and respect for local heritage and the environment.

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is part of a broad global hospitality network with 90 properties currently operating and 34 more under development across 30 countries. Its locations span iconic city centers, coastal destinations, and natural landscapes around the world.

About Raffles & Fairmont Doha

Within the iconic Katara Towers, Raffles Doha and Fairmont Doha bring together two distinguished luxury hospitality brands. Raffles Doha delivers intimate luxury, tailored service, and refined elegance, while Fairmont Doha blends contemporary style with warm, energetic hospitality and memorable guest experiences.

Together, the two hotels create an inspiring setting for hospitality professionals who value excellence, individuality, teamwork, and the opportunity to shape remarkable guest experiences every day.

Application Process

After submitting an application, candidates are expected to complete a profile and questionnaire through a partner assessment platform. This step is mandatory for the application to move forward, as it helps evaluate fit for the role and the organization’s luxury service culture.

Role Overview

As Culinary Coordinator, you will support the day-to-day running of the culinary department through strong coordination, communication, and administrative support. You will act as a key contact point for the team, helping ensure smooth operations, organized documentation, and effective collaboration across departments.

Your contribution will help sustain high dining standards by managing schedules, reports, records, and operational follow-ups while reflecting the polished service style associated with both brands.

Responsibilities

• Deliver broad administrative and coordination assistance to the culinary team so daily operations run efficiently.
• Arrange calendars, meetings, training sessions, and team communications for culinary leaders and colleagues.
• Keep records, reports, inventories, and files accurate and aligned with hotel procedures and brand expectations.
• Prepare and circulate reports, written correspondence, presentations, and operational notices for the department.
• Serve as a communication bridge between culinary staff and other hotel departments to support smooth coordination.
• Help track compliance with health, safety, hygiene, and food safety requirements.
• Support onboarding, training files, colleague records, and related administrative processes within the culinary area.
• Assist with purchase requests, invoices, supplier paperwork, and inventory administration in coordination with Finance and Procurement.
• Back culinary projects, events, promotions, and special initiatives by organizing tasks and following up on actions.
• Handle sensitive information carefully and maintain discretion at all times.
• Keep filing systems orderly and ensure documents are current and easy to retrieve.
• Contribute to a positive workplace culture that reflects the service standards and values of Raffles Doha and Fairmont Doha.

Requirements

• Prior exposure to administrative, coordination, or support work in a culinary, food and beverage, or hospitality setting is preferred.
• Strong planning and time-management abilities, with the capacity to juggle several priorities in a busy environment.
• High attention to detail and a consistent focus on accuracy in both operational and administrative work.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Experience with hotel systems, procurement tools, or inventory software is an advantage.
• Good spoken and written English; knowledge of additional languages is beneficial.
• Ability to work well with different teams while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.
• Understanding of food safety, hygiene requirements, and culinary operations is helpful.
• Capability to anticipate needs, take initiative, and support leadership proactively.
• A service-focused approach with a strong interest in luxury hospitality standards.
• Alignment with the brand promise and a professional approach in all interactions.
• Commitment to inclusion, respect, empowerment, and a supportive team environment.

Additional Information

Employee Benefits: Team members can access a range of colleague perks, including complimentary upgrades, extended stays, reduced rates across Fairmont and Raffles properties, dining and wellness discounts, and other added benefits designed to reward their contribution.

Values

• Respect: Treat others with fairness, dignity, and appreciation for their ideas and individuality.
• Excellence: Build genuine connections and create special moments for the people around you.
• Belonging: Celebrate differences and stand together as a team.
• Empowerment: Take initiative and act ahead of guest and team needs.
• Integrity: Earn trust through honesty, respect, and authenticity.

Diversity & Inclusion

The organization is committed to building an inclusive workplace where talent from all backgrounds is welcomed and given the opportunity to thrive.