Executive Chef

• Lead all kitchen operations across hotel food and beverage outlets including restaurants, banqueting, and in-room dining
• Design seasonal menus aligned with hotel positioning, guest demographics, and UAE food cost targets
• Manage kitchen team including sous chefs, pastry chefs, and kitchen staff across all shifts
• Control food cost percentage within budget through menu engineering, portion control, and procurement management
• Ensure full compliance with Dubai Municipality or Abu Dhabi food safety regulations and HACCP standards
• Manage kitchen equipment maintenance, cleaning schedules, and hygiene audit readiness
• Build supplier relationships and manage food procurement for quality and cost efficiency
• Lead kitchen team development including training, mentoring, and succession planning
• Drive culinary innovation through new outlet concepts, pop-up events, and seasonal promotions

Qualifications required

• Culinary arts degree or equivalent professional kitchen training
• 10 to 15 years culinary experience with at least 5 years as Executive Chef in UAE or GCC
• Dubai Municipality food safety certification or Abu Dhabi ADAFSA-approved food handler qualification
• Deep knowledge of UAE food safety regulations and HACCP implementation
• Experience managing multi-outlet kitchen operations in 4-star hotel in Dubai
• Demonstrated track record managing food cost below 25% in UAE hotel operations
• Multi-cuisine expertise for UAE’s diverse international guest mix

Application Question(s):

• Are you available in Dubai and willing to join immediately ?
• What is your current visa status ?

Experience:

• Executive Chef in Dubai: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person