Executive Chef

JobLeader; Zayed City; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A restaurant in Zayed City is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to oversee kitchen operations. Responsibilities include menu development, staff supervision, and ensuring food quality and safety. The ideal candidate has over 3 years of experience in a professional kitchen and strong leadership skills. Join our dynamic team and take culinary creativity to the next level!

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as an Executive Chef or similar in a professional kitchen.
• Ability to create recipes using fresh ingredients.
• Working knowledge of culinary trends.

Responsibilities

• Create seasonal menus and recipes.
• Supervise kitchen staff including cooks and dishwashers.
• Ensure food safety and adhere to health codes.
• Monitor portion sizes for cost control.
• Train new staff on food preparation procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Cost control

Culinary creativity

Interpersonal skills

Education

Certification from a recognized culinary program

Job description

Overview

Executive Chef vacancy in Zayed City UAE. Executive Chef in Zayed City, UAE. We are looking for an experienced Executive Chef to join our team at Zayed City. The successful candidate will have 3+ years of experience in the kitchen and will be responsible for managing all of the restaurant’s food-related activities. This includes menu development, staff supervision, and quality control.

Job Description

The Executive Chef is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the kitchen operations. This includes creating menus, training staff, ensuring proper portion sizes and quality control. The Executive Chef also works closely with other departments to ensure that customer needs are met and that proper procedures are followed. The Executive Chef is expected to lead a team of cooks and kitchen staff to ensure the highest standards of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency in the kitchen.

Job Responsibilities

• Create seasonal menus and recipes that are both creative and cost-effective
• Supervise a team of kitchen staff including cooks, sous chefs, dishwashers etc.
• Ensure food safety by adhering to all health codes
• Monitor portion sizes in order to maintain cost control standards
• Maintain inventory of food items as well as supplies such as small equipment
• Monitor food costs to ensure budget goals are met
• Develop strategies for waste reduction
• Train new staff members on proper procedures for food preparation and safety

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience as an Executive Chef or a similar role in a professional kitchen setting
• Ability to create delicious recipes using fresh ingredients
• Excellent knowledge of cost control principles
• Working knowledge of culinary trends
• Certification from a recognized culinary program preferred
• Ability to work well under pressure while maintaining excellent standards
• Superior leadership skills with excellent interpersonal skills