Chef de Cuisine - Luxury Airport Lounges, Menu Innovation Lead

Emirates Flight Catering; Dubai; On-site; AED 280,000 - 560,000; Full time

Job summary

Emirates Flight Catering is seeking a passionate Chef de Cuisine, F&B Airports, to lead culinary operations across EK premium airport lounges in Dubai. The role demands directing kitchen teams, overseeing menu development, and ensuring exceptional dining experiences for First & Business Class passengers.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of 8 years in luxury hospitality with 3 years in a leadership role, strong knowledge of high-volume production, and proficiency in HACCP and kitchen management

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Culinary Arts, Hotel Management, or related field.
• Minimum of 8 years’ of progressive culinary experience in luxury hospitality environments, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Demonstrated experience in menu development, cost control, and kitchen management for multiple outlets.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and optimize allocated kitchen operations in EK airport lounges to ensure seamless coordination, efficiency, and compliance with policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Drive development and implementation of innovative à la carte and buffet menus for First & Business Class lounges, training the team on advanced plating techniques and conducting daily tasting panels.
• Lead and mentor a large, diverse culinary team, including Sous Chefs and kitchen staff, with regular performance evaluations and training programs.
• Strategically manage kitchen resources to optimize efficiency and minimize waste while maintaining premium quality and collaborating with EKFC stakeholders.
• Ensure safety and quality SOPs to reduce accidents and maintain KPI scores, adhering to health, safety, and food hygiene regulations.
• Address customer feedback by investigating issues and implementing corrective actions with EK staff for seamless service and guest satisfaction.
• Maintain detailed recipe sheets and buffet specifications and provide reports on kitchen performance to senior management.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Communication

Analytical skills

Culinary knowledge

English fluency

Multicultural adaptability

Fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts

Job description

Emirates Flight Catering is seeking a passionate Chef de Cuisine, F&B Airports, to lead culinary operations across EK premium airport lounges in Dubai. The role demands directing kitchen teams, overseeing menu development, and ensuring exceptional dining experiences for First & Business Class passengers.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of 8 years in luxury hospitality with 3 years in a leadership role, strong knowledge of high-volume production, and proficiency in HACCP and kitchen management