Executive Chef

Abroad Work; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to oversee daily kitchen operations and develop innovative menu items. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of culinary experience, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. This position offers a salary of 1500 per month and is open to foreign candidates.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience as a professional chef.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all daily kitchen operations ensuring safety and hygiene.
• Develop new menu items based on feedback and trends.
• Manage the budget for food purchases and kitchen inventory.

Skills

Menu creation

Food presentation

Kitchen organization

Leadership

Problem-solving skills

Multitasking abilities

Education

Certificate or degree in culinary arts

Job description

Overview

Executive Chef in Abu-Dhabi, UAE. We are looking for an experienced and motivated Executive Chef to join our team in Abu-Dhabi. This position offers a salary of 1500 per month and we are open to considering foreign candidates.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all daily kitchen operations while ensuring staff adhere to the highest standards of safety and hygiene.
• Develop new menu items based on customer feedback and industry trends.
• Manage the budget for food purchases and track kitchen inventory.
• Monitor staff performance, hold regular team meetings, and motivate the team to deliver excellence.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience as a professional chef, preferably in a luxury property or similar environment.
• Expertise in menu creation, food presentation, and kitchen organization; ability to work with multiple ingredients and complex dishes.
• A passion for cooking and ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional organizational skills, excellent communication abilities, good leadership qualities, attention to detail, and creativity in menu design.
• Multitasking abilities, problem-solving skills, up-to-date knowledge of food trends and techniques, and understanding of health regulations regarding food preparation.
• A certificate or degree in culinary arts is preferred but not required.