Culinary Training and Development Chef

Seven House Family; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A culinary development company in Dubai seeks a Culinary Training & Development Chef to lead innovative menu development. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience and a passion for health and wellness. Responsibilities include sourcing high-quality ingredients, managing costs, and training kitchen staff. This role offers competitive salary and opportunities for career growth within the expanding group of brands.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Club Access

F&B Discount

Career Growth

Supportive Culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a senior culinary role, preferably in health-driven or concept-driven kitchens.
• Proven track record in menu development, costing and supplier management.
• Strong understanding of modern nutrition trends and dietary requirements.

Responsibilities

• Design, test and implement seasonal and permanent menu items reflecting the brand's core values.
• Identify and establish relationships with high-quality, sustainable suppliers.
• Calculate and regularly review food costs for all menu items.

Skills

Menu development

Supplier management

Cost management

Team leadership

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a visionary and highly organized Culinary Training & Development Chef to lead the culinary direction of The Dose by Silvena. This role is responsible for developing innovative health-focused menus aligned with our brand identity sourcing premium ingredients and suppliers and managing menu costing to ensure profitability without compromising quality. The Culinary Training & Development Chef will play a key role in shaping our culinary identity and scaling it across current and future locations.

Key Responsibilities

• Menu Development
  • Design, test and implement seasonal and permanent menu items reflecting The Dose by Silvena s core values: health, innovation and culinary excellence.
  • Work closely with Chef Silvena and Brand Team to ensure menu alignment with the brand s vision and nutritional philosophy.
  • Stay ahead of food trends and proactively incorporate wellness-driven ideas into the menu.
• Ingredient Sourcing & Supplier Management
  • Identify and establish relationships with high-quality, sustainable suppliers (local and international).
  • Oversee procurement of ingredients ensuring freshness, consistency and compliance with health and safety standards.
  • Collaborate with the procurement and finance team to negotiate contracts and optimize supplier terms.
• Cost Management
  • Calculate and regularly review food costs for all menu items to ensure optimal pricing strategies.
  • Maintain and improve kitchen operations to maximize efficiency and reduce waste.
  • Work with operations and finance to align menu engineering with overall profitability goals.
• Team Leadership & Kitchen Oversight
  • Support the training and development of BOH staff to ensure flawless execution of all menu items.
  • Implement kitchen SOPs and ensure compliance with hygiene, safety and quality standards.
  • Provide leadership in scaling kitchen operations across multiple outlets and supporting franchise growth.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a senior culinary role, preferably in health-driven or concept-driven kitchens.
• Proven track record in menu development, costing and supplier management.
• Strong understanding of modern nutrition trends, dietary requirements and superfoods.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic and growing environment.
• Passion for health, wellness and culinary innovation.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary: Based on experience and role responsibilities
• Club Access: Full access to SEVEN Wellness Club facilities and classes
• F&B Discount: 50% off all in-house food and beverage items at The Dose by Silvena
• Career Growth: Opportunities to grow across SEVEN s expanding group of brands
• Supportive Culture: A team-oriented environment that values initiative, professionalism and well-being