Chef de Cuisine - Gard Manger

Yas Plaza Hotels by Aldar Hospitality; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Yas Plaza Hotels by Aldar Hospitality in Abu Dhabi is seeking a skilled Chef de Cuisine to lead the hotel kitchen with passion for quality and profitability. You will oversee all food preparation, recipes, and presentation while maintaining the highest standards of guest satisfaction.

The role requires 5–7 years of culinary experience with 2–3 years in a Sous Chef or Chef de Cuisine position, strong knowledge of food safety, and the ability to manage staff, costs, and kitchen operations under

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or hospitality management degree required.
• Minimum 5–7 years culinary experience with 2–3 years in Sous Chef/Chef de Cuisine.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and health regulations.
• Familiarity with restaurant management and service software.

Responsibilities

• Manages all kitchen activities including production and staff.
• Maximises guest satisfaction by maintaining food quality while controlling costs.
• Ensures adherence to hotel standards of quality and presentation.
• Ensures proper staffing and supplies for all stations.
• Oversees inventory and food cost control.
• Coordinates kitchen with other F&B departments and events.
• Maintains hygiene, safety, and sanitation practices.

Skills

Organization skills

Communication skills

Stocktaking and inventory

Proactive under pressure

Education

Culinary Arts / Hospitality Management 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

We have an exciting opportunity for a Chef de Cuisine to join our team at Yas Plaza Hotels. The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for hospitality and be dedicated to ensuring maximum guest satisfaction by consistently providing the highest food quality while managing costs and maintaining profitability for the hotel kitchen. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring that all food preparation, recipes, and presentations adhere to the hotel's standards of excellence.

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 events, 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.

About You

• 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 role.
• Excellent food safety and health regulations knowledge.
• Familiarity with restaurant management and service software.
• Excellent organisation and communication skills.\l
• Stocktaking and inventory management experience.
• Must be proactive and able to handle high-pressure situations with ease.

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.