Banquet Culinary Director

AccorHotel; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel chain in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Chef de Cuisine Banquets to oversee all kitchen operations for large-scale events. This role requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in luxury hotel environments, strong culinary skills, and the ability to lead a diverse kitchen team. Responsibilities include menu development, ensuring food quality, and managing costs effectively. The position offers a full-time employment opportunity with no remote work.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar role within a luxury hotel or high-end banquet operation.
• Strong expertise in large-scale culinary operations, menu planning, and event execution.
• Proven leadership skills with experience managing a diverse kitchen team.
• Extensive knowledge of international cuisines, buffet setups, and plated banquet services.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities with the capability to handle multiple events simultaneously.
• Strong understanding of cost control, inventory management, and purchasing.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of banquet kitchen operations ensuring food quality, consistency, and presentation meet high standards.
• Develop and refine banquet menus in collaboration with the Executive Chef.
• Ensure timely and efficient preparation of meals for large-scale events.
• Innovate new dishes and culinary techniques.
• Lead, train, and mentor the banquet kitchen team.
• Plan and coordinate kitchen staff schedules for banquet events.
• Manage food costs and inventory control for banquet operations.
• Work closely with the banquet service team for seamless coordination.
• Ensure timely execution of banquet functions adapting to last-minute changes.

Skills

Leadership

Menu Planning

Culinary Operations

Time Management

Cost Control

Job description

A leading hotel chain in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Chef de Cuisine Banquets to oversee all kitchen operations for large-scale events. This role requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in luxury hotel environments, strong culinary skills, and the ability to lead a diverse kitchen team. Responsibilities include menu development, ensuring food quality, and managing costs effectively. The position offers a full-time employment opportunity with no remote work.