Chef de Cuisine

Jing Hau; Ajman; On-site; AED 41,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Paid time off

Employee discounts on hotel services

Job summary

Jing Hau in Ajman is seeking a skilled Chef de Cuisine to lead our luxury hotel's kitchen operations, create innovative, high‑quality dishes, and ensure guest satisfaction.

You will head a team of chefs, oversee menu planning and food ordering, maintain food safety standards, and collaborate with other departments to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

We offer a competitive monthly salary of 1,100 USD plus medical insurance, paid time off, and hotel employee discounts.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef de Cuisine or similar role in a luxury hotel or fine dining establishment.
• Exceptional culinary skills with a creative flair for developing unique dishes.
• Knowledge of various cooking techniques, ingredients, flavors, and presentation styles.
• Ability to manage a team of chefs and delegate tasks effectively while maintaining a positive work environment.
• Strong understanding of food safety regulations and sanitation practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of kitchen operations including food preparation, cooking, and presentation.
• Create new dishes and menus that showcase creativity and elevate guest dining experience.
• Manage inventory levels and control food costs by monitoring portion sizes and waste.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and maintain cleanliness in the kitchen.
• Train, supervise, and schedule kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations.
• Collaborate with other departments to plan special events or menu promotions.
• Continuously strive to improve quality standards and guest satisfaction.

Skills

Chef de Cuisine experience

Luxury hotel experience

Team leadership

Food safety knowledge

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

We are hiring a skilled and experienced Chef de Cuisine to join our team at a luxury hotel in Ajman. As the Chef de Cuisine, you will be responsible for managing the kitchen operations, creating innovative and high-quality dishes, and ensuring overall guest satisfaction. You will be leading a team of chefs and kitchen staff, overseeing menu planning, food ordering, and maintaining food safety standards.

If you have a passion for creating exceptional culinary experiences and possess the necessary skills and experience for this role, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of kitchen operations including food preparation, cooking, and presentation
• Create new dishes and menus that showcase creativity and elevate guest dining experience
• Manage inventory levels and control food costs by monitoring portion sizes and waste
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and maintain cleanliness in the kitchen
• Train, supervise, and schedule kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations
• Collaborate with other departments to plan special events or menu promotions
• Continuously strive to improve quality standards and guest satisfaction

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Chef de Cuisine or similar role in a luxury hotel or fine dining establishment
• Exceptional culinary skills with a creative flair for developing unique dishes
• Knowledge of various cooking techniques, ingredients, flavors, and presentation styles
• Ability to manage a team of chefs and delegate tasks effectively while maintaining a positive work environment
• Strong understanding of food safety regulations and sanitation practices
• Excellent communication skills to liaise with other departments as well as interact with guests
• Degree or diploma in culinary arts is preferred but not required
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays

We offer competitive salary of 1100$ per month for this position along with other benefits such as medical insurance, paid time off, employee discounts on hotel services, etc.

As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all nationalities.