Culinary Intern

Shangri-La Hotel; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 25,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hospitality group in Abu Dhabi is looking for a Culinary Intern to join their kitchen team. The candidate will assist in preparing fresh ingredients and menu items, ensuring high standards of food service. Ideal applicants will have a passion for culinary arts and a background in hospitality. The role includes professional growth opportunities, competitive benefits, and a supportive environment that values passion and teamwork.

Benefits

Structured learning and development pathways

Competitive benefits

Colleague stay/travel perks

Qualifications

• A willingness to learn and develop culinary skills.
• Experience in luxury hospitality or food service is a plus.
• Ability to maintain high service standards in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh ingredients for cooking according to recipes.
• Cook food and prepare menu items timely and to high standards.
• Ensure kitchen equipment is operated safely.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Efficiency

Punctuality

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or Hospitality Graduate

Job description

Culinary Intern

Shangri-La Group | Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

About Us

Find Your Shangri-La in Shangri-La.

Our story began in 1971, when the first Shangri-La opened its doors. We have since been crafting joyful experiences through heartfelt hospitality, and that legacy continues to guide us today. As we look ahead to new horizons, we invite you to join the world of Shangri-La — shaping the next chapter and making a meaningful impact through shared purpose and the art and joy of Asian hosting.

Traders Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi offers 301 stylish guestrooms and suites, including 80 exclusive Traders Club rooms. Combining contemporary comfort with warm design, the hotel enjoys a prime location within the Qaryat Al Beri complex alongside Shangri-La properties, CHI, The Spa, and the Souk.

Traders Hotel, Abu Dhabi

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh ingredients for cooking according to recipes/menu.
• Cook food and prepare top-quality menu items in a timely manner.
• Test foods to ensure proper preparation and temperature.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and responsibly.
• Ensure the proper sanitation and cleanliness of surfaces and storage containers.
• Work with hotel colleagues to keep excellent service standards.
• Be prepared to assist other Shangri-La colleagues/departments in a thoughtful manner.
• Empathetically listen to client queries/complaints and work with colleagues/management to find solutions.

About You

• Maintains a growth mindset and willingness to learn the skills and knowledge of Culinary.
• Great teamwork skills, attention to detail, efficient, punctual, and flexible to work on a shifting schedule, weekends and holidays.
• Warm, friendly, can-do attitude, and the desire to always deliver the Shangri-La experience.
• High School, Diploma, and/or Hospitality graduate would be preferred.
• Previous Culinary and/or Food and Beverage experience in luxury hospitality/customer service is a plus.
• Lives and breathes the Shangri-La culture.

Why Join Us

• A workplace that values your passion and supports self-realization and personal growth.
• Structured learning and development pathways with real opportunities to advance your professional craft and leadership skills.
• Competitive benefits, recognition programs, and colleague stay/travel perks that reward your contribution and dedication.
• Teams that promote inclusion and respect, value diversity, and foster a secure environment where everyone can thrive

We are an equal opportunity employer. Applications from all qualified candidates are welcomed. All information provided by applicants will be treated and used only for recruitment purposes. We adhere and comply with Occupational Health and Safety regulations ensuring a safe and risk‑free working environment of diverse workforce.

We appreciate your interest in joining us. Please note that only successful candidates will be contacted.