Head Chef

At Barrafina, our chefs work in front of our guests, so confidence, warmth and a genuine love of hospitality are key. This is an incredible opportunity to take one of London s most loved restaurants global, leading a talented team and representing the Barrafina spirit in Dubai.

The Head Chef

Ideally 3-5 years experience in a senior kitchen leadership role, ideally in a high-volume, quality-driven environment

• Interest and love for Spanish food and culture
• Formal culinary training or equivalent hands-on experience preferred
• Strong understanding of both classic and modern cooking techniques, with a passion for delivering exceptional food
• Plan and develop menus across outlets, balancing seasonality, guest preferences, cost, and concept
• Lead and manage the daily operations of the kitchen team, ensuring smooth, efficient service
• Schedule and supervise Chefs, Cooks, and kitchen staff to maintain productivity and quality
• Train, mentor, and support team members to develop skills and maintain high standards
• Conduct regular food stock checks and forecast future needs to ensure seamless operations
• Work closely with purchasing and suppliers to guarantee product quality, freshness, and timely delivery
• Ensure correct storage, handling, and rotation of all food items in line with food safety standards
• Uphold hygiene, sanitation, and health & safety standards across all kitchen areas
• Implement portion control and waste-reduction practices to manage food costs
• Support recipe development and plating standards to ensure consistency and presentation
• Collaborate on menu pricing and cost control to meet profitability targets
• Prepare kitchen-related data for budgeting and monitor food and labour costs against targets
• Conduct performance reviews and provide regular feedback to the kitchen team
• Identify and grow future kitchen leaders, supporting internal promotions and succession planning
• Work closely with the Operations Manager to meet company goals and drive performance
• Support catering and events by collaborating on menus and execution with the Events Manager
• Take the lead on kitchen-related projects as needed by the Operations Manager
• Be hands-on in service where needed, stepping in to support the team and lead by example
• Represent the kitchen team professionally, maintaining a clean, safe, and presentable appearance at all times
• Be the face of a Group known for its warm welcome and guest care