Executive Chef

Kendrick Recruitment; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a world-class Executive Chef for a private property in Dubai. This role is ideal for a culinary professional with VVIP household experience who is passionate about food and creative in approach. The position offers live-in accommodation, health benefits, and competitive salary, making it a rare opportunity to showcase your culinary excellence on a global stage.

Benefits

Live-out option available with a one-bedroom furnished apartment

Health insurance

Two return economy flights per year (after 12 months of employment)

30 days’ annual leave

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in a 5-star restaurant or luxury hotel.
• Proven experience leading large culinary teams.
• Previous private chef experience in a VVIP household (mandatory).

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate food preparation activities across a large team.
• Plan decorative and visually impressive food displays for events and functions.
• Collaborate with household staff to develop new recipes and menus.

Skills

Creativity

Culinary Skills

Quality Control

Menu Planning

Hygiene Standards

Education

2–4 year culinary degree or equivalent formal culinary training

Level 3 – Food Hygiene & Safety (Supervisors)

Level 2 – HACCP

Safe Chemical Handling certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Executive Chef | Private Property | Dubai

Salary : Negotiable DOE | Live-In Accommodation Provided

Kendrick Recruitment is now seeking a world-class Executive Chef for an exclusive private property based in Dubai . This exceptional opportunity is suited to a seasoned culinary professional with private chef experience in VVIP households, who is passionate about food, creative in approach, and committed to delivering the highest standards fitting of a royal kitchen.

Minimum Requirements :

2–4-year culinary degree or equivalent formal culinary training

Level 3 – Food Hygiene & Safety (Supervisors)

Level 2 – HACCP

Safe Chemical Handling certification

Previous private chef experience in a VVIP household (mandatory)

5+ years' experience in a 5-star restaurant or luxury hotel

Proven experience leading large culinary teams

International living and working experience

Essential Culinary Skills & Expertise :

Excellent, broad-based knowledge of global cuisines : Mediterranean (Spanish, French, Italian, Greek), British, American, Australian, Middle Eastern, and Asian

Expert in Western and Middle Eastern cooking

Strong understanding of culinary principles and cooking techniques

High-level menu planning skills, with the ability to design and coordinate varied, seasonally influenced menus

Briefing and coordination of service teams

Exceptional creativity in food presentation

Quality control – ensures all dishes meet high standards for taste, temperature, and appearance

Advanced HACCP implementation and staff training

Resource management – raw ingredients, OS&E, PPE, and stock control

Adheres to and enforces hygiene and safety standards in all kitchen areas

Key Responsibilities :

Supervise and coordinate food preparation activities across a large team

Inspect supplies, equipment, and kitchen operations to maintain standards

Plan decorative and visually impressive food displays for events and functions

Maintain accurate records – including recipe books, guest preferences, and operations logs

Collaborate with household staff to develop new recipes and menus based on seasonal availability

Train junior chefs in standard operating recipes and new techniques

Demonstrate new cooking methods and equipment

Manage procurement and coordinate equipment maintenance and repairs

Proficient in Microsoft Office for menu planning, scheduling, and reporting

Package Includes :

Live-out option available with a one-bedroom furnished apartment

Health insurance

Two return economy flights per year (after 12 months of employment)

30 days’ annual leave

This is a rare opportunity to join a high-profile household and showcase your culinary excellence on a global stage. Candidates with the right background, leadership ability, and a passion for excellence are encouraged to apply.