Chef de Cuisine - Filini

Yas Plaza Hotels by Aldar Hospitality; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Yas Plaza Hotels in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Chef de Cuisine to oversee the daily culinary operations of our Italian restaurant, ensuring authentic, high-quality cuisine and exceptional dining experiences. You will lead the kitchen team, manage food quality, safety, and cost controls to support the hotel's financial objectives.

The ideal candidate has 5–7 years in culinary roles, with 2–3 years as Sous Chef or CDC in upscale Italian venues or luxury hotels, plus strong knowledge of Italian

Qualifications

• Culinary Arts, Professional Cookery, or Hospitality Management Degree.
• 5–7 years of culinary experience with 2–3 years as Sous Chef or Chef de Cuisine in upscale Italian venues or luxury hotels.
• Excellent food safety and health regulations knowledge.
• Familiarity with restaurant management and service software.
• Excellent organisation and communication skills.
• Stocktaking and inventory management experience.
• Strong knowledge of authentic Italian cuisine and regional specialties.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all activities in own kitchen, including production and staff management.
• Maximise guest satisfaction while controlling costs and profitability margins.
• Ensure adherence to food quality, preparation, recipes and presentation standards.
• Staffing and supply management for all stations; coordinate with service staff.
• Ensure safety, hygiene and sanitation practices are followed.
• Coordinate kitchen operations with other food & beverage departments.

Skills

Culinary experience

Italian cuisine

Kitchen leadership

Food safety

Inventory management

Education

Culinary or Hospitality degree

Tools

Restaurant management software

Job description

Yas Plaza Hotels by Aldar Hospitality is a dynamic collection of six international hotels located in the heart of Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. This vibrant destination offers a seamless blend of relaxation, indulgence, and recreation, making it the ultimate gateway to the Yas Island experience

About the Job

The Chef de Cuisine (CDC) is responsible for overseeing the daily culinary operations of the Italian restaurant, ensuring the consistent preparation and presentation of authentic, high-quality Italian cuisine. The role includes managing the kitchen team, maintaining food quality and safety standards, controlling costs, and delivering an exceptional dining experience while supporting the restaurant's financial objectives

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Manages all activities in own kitchen, including production, stewarding and management of food production staff
• Maximises guest satisfaction by providing the highest food quality consistent with cost control and profitability margins of the hotel kitchen
• Assures adherence to hotel standards of food quality, preparation, recipes, and presentation
• Assures proper staffing and adequate supplies for all stations
• Oversees all food production related areas
• Co-ordinates activities, times and communicates priorities to ensure correct preparation, and delivery time to provide food for functions, a la carte, groups, breakfast, and rooms service
• Maintains product consistency by conducting inspections of seasonings, portions, and food appearance, and follows-up appropriately
• Oversees inventory expense of all food supplies
• Control and order all fresh products and dry storage items required by kitchen and related departments to ensure correct quality and par stock
• Monitors and facilitates communication between kitchen production and service staff
• Assures proper safety, hygiene, and sanitation practices are followed
• Co-ordinates operation of kitchen with other food and beverage departments
• Ensures readiness and compliance in case of last-minute changes to reservations
• Ensures that prices and portions are offered in accordance with food and beverage profit objectives

Skills, Experience & Educational Requirements

• Culinary Arts, Professional Cookery, or Hospitality Management Degree
• Minimum 5–7 years of culinary experience, with at least 2–3 years as a Sous Chef or Chef de Cuisine in an upscale Italian restaurant or luxury hotel
• Excellent food safety and health regulations knowledge
• Familiarity with restaurant management and service software
• Excellent organisation and communication skills
• Stocktaking and inventory management experience
• Strong knowledge of authentic Italian cuisine and regional Italian specialties

Shape Your Career with Yas Plaza Hotels by Aldar Hospitality

At Yas Plaza Hotels, every team member plays a crucial role in orchestrating an unparalleled guest experience. Set against the dynamic backdrop of Abu Dhabi, you will immerse yourself in an environment where innovation meets elegance, and every day offers the chance to contribute to the legacy of hospitality. Working with us means joining a culture of excellence, where your passion for hospitality creates unforgettable experiences and sets the benchmark for the future of refined living

Equal Opportunity Statement

Aldar is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate all forms of diversity and remain committed to creating an inclusive and accessible environment for all applicants and employees. We will ensure that all candidates are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, be considered for a range of critical job functions and receive other benefits and privileges of employment, ensuring equitable opportunities and accessibility for all. Please contact us to request accommodation. Your data will be treated confidentially