Chef de Cuisine

Botanica is a new culinary destination located in El Gouna, on Egypt’s Red Sea coast. Set within the grounds of La Maison Bleue, a prestigious Relais & Châteaux property, Botanica blends refined dining with sustainability, seasonality, and Mediterranean warmth. At the heart of our philosophy is our hydroponic greenhouse, allowing us to grow fresh, vibrant produce just steps from the kitchen. We are committed to a vision of dining rooted in generosity, care, and craftsmanship — where everything from the ingredients to the guest experience is intentionally cultivated.
El Gouna offers the ideal setting: a vibrant coastal town with world-class amenities, year-round sunshine, and a forward-thinking community. It’s the perfect place to create something truly exceptional.

We are seeking a Head Chef ready to lead Botanica from its opening phase and shape its identity from the ground up. This is an opportunity to build and train a talented team, craft the menu, and collaborate with our greenhouse team to highlight the best of seasonal, local ingredients.
The role requires a passionate, generous, and creative leader — someone who values simplicity, sustainability, and the beauty of food made with care. The chef will be responsible for overseeing the culinary operation of an 80-seat restaurant with two bars, launching in October, and will work closely with local and international teams to deliver a fresh, Mediterranean-inspired menu that evolves with the harvest.

• Minimum 2 years of experience as Head Chef or in a similar leadership role

• Strong foundation in Mediterranean cuisine and ingredient-driven cooking

• Passion for seasonality, sustainability, and working with local produce

• Experience in team-building, training, and empowering staff

• Willingness to relocate to El Gouna and commit to a minimum of 2 years

• Strong organizational, creative, and interpersonal skills

• Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus

This is more than a job — it’s a chance to be part of something unique from day one. We are looking for a chef who sees this as a personal and professional adventure: living by the sea, shaping a new culinary concept, and making a lasting impact on a dynamic team and community.
El Gouna offers an exceptional quality of life, with sun year-round and a warm, welcoming environment. If you're passionate about food, sustainability, and building something meaningful, we’d love to hear from you.
Please send your CV and a short note about why this opportunity excites you.