Velaa Private Island is one of the leading resorts in the world. The combination of innovative and unique architectural design and the bespoke private service offered from our expert and experienced team ensures the perfect environment to create the most memorable and unforgettable moments for each and every one of our valued guests. 

Located north from Malé, within the constellation of islands that form the Noonu Atoll, Velaa Private Island brings a new meaning to “private moments” in the Maldives. Here the essence of Maldivian culture, lifestyle and landscape meets limitless opportunities, where no request is too much, and each guest will ultimately feel that this is their own private Island.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Demonstrates a high degree of Velaa’s culture and service standards and reflects the values of Velaa Private Island.
• Assists in developing daily and seasonal menu items for the specialty restaurant, ensuring compliance with Velaa’s standards in quality, hygiene, and guest satisfaction.
• Continuously works on maintaining the consistency of dishes and takes initiative on improving the quality and range of choices.
• Ability to innovate and create new Teppanyaki dishes, as well as customize dishes to meet the preferences and dietary restrictions of guests

SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 5 years international experience at 5-star luxury hotel/resorts as a Teppanyaki chef.
• Strong knowledge of Teppanyaki style cooking philosophies and principles.
• Ideal candidate should have outstanding people skills and enjoy interacting with guests. He/she must have an outgoing, energetic, cheerful & positive personality.
• Creative and capable of developing exciting menu offerings.
• Must have excellent knowledge of HACCP and other food safety standards.
• Good command of written & spoken English.
• Flexible to work around guest demands with an eye for detail.
• Ability to prioritize guest needs and always maintain a courteous demeanor.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.