Executive Chef / Head Chef

Description

Summary: Seeking an experienced and operationally disciplined Executive Chef to lead premium dining kitchen operations, focusing on creativity, system management, and team leadership. Highlights: 1. Lead premium dining restaurant operations 2. Creative and operationally disciplined role 3. Manage large kitchen teams and premium standards We are looking for a highly experienced Executive Chef to lead premium dining restaurant operations in the UAE. Candidate Requirements: * Strong experience in premium dining / upscale restaurant concepts * Expertise in kitchen operations and system management * Experience in menu engineering and food cost control * Strong leadership and team management skills * Experience in restaurant pre-opening and setup projects * Operationally strong and process-oriented personality * Middle Eastern cuisine and live grill experience is a strong advantage * Arabic speaking candidates preferred * Arab nationality preferred * GCC experience preferred Key Responsibilities: * Complete kitchen operation management * Staff training and performance management * SOP implementation and hygiene control * Inventory and food cost management * Menu planning and quality consistency * Coordination with management for business growth * Maintaining UAE food safety and municipality standards Salary & Benefits: * Salary will be based on experience, operational knowledge, and interview performance * Employment visa provided * Medical insurance as per UAE law * Annual paid leave as per UAE labour law * Air ticket as per company policy * Accommodation / transportation subject to company policy * Other benefits as per UAE labour law Additional Requirement: Candidates must share: * Updated CV * Food portfolio / plated dish presentation photos * Instagram / TikTok / social media profiles related to culinary work (if available) Preferred Profile: We are looking for a chef who is not only creative in cooking but also operationally disciplined, system-oriented, and capable of independently managing premium restaurant standards and large kitchen teams.