Culinary Lead: European & New World Cuisine

MLS - Muscat Livestock; Dubai; Vor Ort; AED 90.000 - 150.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

MLS - Muscat Livestock in Dubai seeks a dynamic Head Chef for European and New World cuisine at our premium onsite restaurant. You will drive culinary direction, lead a creative kitchen, and ensure top-tier quality, safety, and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will independently conceive innovative dishes and menus, oversee costing and standardisation, and mentor a high-performing kitchen team while upholding HACCP standards and exceptional guest experiences.

Qualifikationen

• Proven experience as Head Chef or Executive Sous Chef in a premium restaurant setting.
• Strong expertise in European cuisine paired with New World/contemporary culinary trends.
• Exceptional skills in creating new dishes, menus, and innovative concepts independently.
• Advanced understanding of modern presentation, flavour profiles, and culinary techniques.
• Demonstrated experience in menu development, recipe standardisation, and accurate food costing.
• Proven leadership abilities in team management and overall kitchen operations.
• Solid knowledge of HACCP protocols and comprehensive food safety and hygiene standards.
• Strong record of maintaining high quality and consistency during demanding service periods.
• Commercial and financial acumen in food cost control, menu profitability, wastage, portioning, and budgeting.

Aufgaben

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team to deliver exceptional food quality and presentation.
• Develop and implement innovative dishes and seasonal menus, blending European and New World influences.
• Drive recipe standardisation, portion control, and food costing for optimal kitchen operations.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring adherence to established culinary standards and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP, food safety, and hygiene protocols at all stages of food preparation and service.
• Mentor and develop team members through coaching, training, and performance management.
• Collaborate closely with suppliers, manage ingredient procurement, and maintain quality consistency.
• Monitor kitchen budgets, control wastage, and optimise menu profitability.
• Lead initiatives to maintain high standards during peak and high-volume service periods.

Jobbeschreibung

MLS - Muscat Livestock in Dubai seeks a dynamic Head Chef for European and New World cuisine at our premium onsite restaurant. You will drive culinary direction, lead a creative kitchen, and ensure top-tier quality, safety, and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will independently conceive innovative dishes and menus, oversee costing and standardisation, and mentor a high-performing kitchen team while upholding HACCP standards and exceptional guest experiences.