Creative Lead Chef — Menu Innovator & Kitchen Leader (UAE)

PPOAR; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Vacation and sick leave

Job summary

PPOAR in Khalifah A City, UAE is seeking a creative and experienced Chef to lead a professional kitchen and drive menu development. You will manage a team, design recipes, and oversee daily operations to deliver high-quality meals.

Responsibilities include developing menus, ensuring health and safety compliance, and maintaining efficient kitchen workflows while delivering excellent dining experiences.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in a professional kitchen.
• Proven ability to lead a kitchen team.
• Ability to develop menus and craft new recipes.
• Knowledge of proper food handling techniques and storage.
• Familiarity with health and safety regulations in a busy kitchen.
• Excellent communication skills in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of cooks in day-to-day kitchen operations.
• Oversee preparation and presentation of high-quality meals.
• Develop menus and create new recipes to expand offerings.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards and sanitation protocols.
• Maintain smooth kitchen workflow and communicate with front-of-house staff.

Skills

Team leadership

Menu development

Food safety

Health & safety compliance

Communication

Immigrant-friendly environment

Job description

PPOAR in Khalifah A City, UAE is seeking a creative and experienced Chef to lead a professional kitchen and drive menu development. You will manage a team, design recipes, and oversee daily operations to deliver high-quality meals.

Responsibilities include developing menus, ensuring health and safety compliance, and maintaining efficient kitchen workflows while delivering excellent dining experiences.