Private Chef (Japanese Cuisine)

MUST BE ABLE TO COME TO FUJAIRAH TO DO A TRIAL

We are looking for qualified specialty chefs who have mastered the culinary arts in Japanese cooking. The specialty chefs have a real passion for food and a vast knowledge. They keep ahead of trends and food styles. They love creating new dishes and constantly want to exceed expectations.

JOB LOCATION: FUJAIRAH, UAE

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• 4-year culinary degree or equivalent formal culinary training - MANDATORY
• Level 3 - Food Hygiene & Safety (Supervisors)
• Level 2 – Allergy Awareness
• Level 2 – HACCP
• Safe Chemical Handling
• Private chef experience in a VVIP household preferred
• Experience in a 5* Hotel or a high-level restaurant or Michelin Star Restaurant or Private Residence MANDATORY
• International living and working essential MANDATORY
• Has worked in teams with more than 6 chefs, the ability to work on your own and as part of a team
• Must have a proven CV for their positions over a period of time i.e.; progressed up the ranks - not started in a kitchen and 12 months later is an executive chef with no formal training.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Excellent knowledge of Japanese cuisine.
• Strong and proven knowledge of cooking philosophies and principles.
• Exceptional creativity and presentation of food
• Check the quality of raw or cooked food products to ensure that standards are met.
• Advanced HACCP certification
• Introduce and present new trial dishes
• Inspect supplies, equipment, or work areas to ensure conformance to established standards.
• Determine how food should be presented and create decorative food displays for events and functions.
• Record keeping – recipe books, guest preferences, and other operational data.
• Advanced menu planning - collaborate with other chefs to plan and develop recipes or menus, taking into account such factors as seasonal availability of ingredients and produce.
• Ability to explain your dish to F&B service staff.
• Demonstrate new cooking techniques to junior chefs
• Arrange for equipment purchases or repairs.

SALARY & BENEFITS:

• Salary depends on experience
• Accommodation Provided
• Health Insurance
• 1 economy flight per annum
• 30 days’ vacation per annum
• Meals at work

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing to relocate to Fujairah, UAE?
• Are you available to come to Fujairah for a cooking trial?

Experience:

• Japanese Cooking: 5 years (Preferred)