Executive Chef

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Executive Chef to lead culinary operations at one of our prestigious client sites in Dubai, UAE . The successful candidate will oversee all aspects of kitchen operations, ensuring exceptional food quality, operational efficiency, food safety compliance, and outstanding client satisfaction.

This is a client-facing leadership role requiring a strong background in both hotel/corporate environments. The ideal candidate will have experience managing high-volume food production while maintaining premium culinary standards.

Key Responsibilities ****

• Lead the planning, preparation, and presentation of high-quality meals in accordance with contractual requirements and company standards.
• Develop menus and recipes that meet client expectations while achieving quality and cost objectives.
• Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring efficient and timely food production and service.
• Lead, coach, and develop the kitchen team to deliver operational excellence.
• Monitor food quality, presentation, taste, and customer satisfaction, implementing continuous improvements.
• Manage food costing, inventory, stock rotation, requisitions, and waste control.
• Ensure full compliance with HACCP, food safety, hygiene, and health regulations.
• Coordinate manpower planning and kitchen schedules to ensure smooth operations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with the client by delivering exceptional service and responding proactively to feedback.
• Conduct staff training and on-the-job coaching to continuously improve team performance.
• Support VIP functions, special events, and bespoke catering requirements.

Job Requirements

Job Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 8–10 years of culinary experience, including 3–5 years as an Executive Chef, Head Chef, or similar leadership role.
• Mandatory experience in a 4-star or 5-star hotel environment.
• Experience in corporate dining, contract catering is essential.
• Proven experience managing high-volume food production while maintaining premium quality and presentation.
• Strong knowledge of menu planning, recipe development, food costing, budgeting, and inventory management.
• Sound knowledge of HACCP, food safety, and hygiene standards.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and people management skills.
• Strong client relationship and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multicultural, client-site environment.

Location: Dubai, UAE

If you are a culinary leader with expertise in both luxury hospitality and corporate catering, and are passionate about delivering exceptional dining experiences while leading high-performing teams, we encourage you to apply.