Executive Chef | Creative Menu Leader & Kitchen Ops

Woopel; Fujairah; On-site; AED 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Woopel in El-Fujairah, UAE is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead and manage culinary operations for the restaurant. The role includes developing innovative dishes, budgeting, training staff, menu design, and maintaining hygiene standards.

You will oversee kitchen staff, ensure food safety compliance, and collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth operations and exceptional dining experiences.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef or similar role in hospitality.
• Knowledge of cooking techniques, ingredients, equipment and procedures.
• Experience with HACCP food safety standards.
• Ability to lead and manage kitchen staff under pressure.
• Relevant professional qualifications in Culinary Arts.

Responsibilities

• Develop creative menus according to seasonality and customer feedback.
• Manage all aspects of kitchen operations including food prep, cooking techniques and plating presentation.
• Monitor quality of ingredients used for dishes including freshness and taste.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards set by the local authorities.
• Manage inventory of kitchen supplies and vendor pricing.
• Oversee staff recruitment, training, and scheduling shifts.
• Monitor staff performance and adherence to standards.
• Develop new recipes with other chefs to ensure menu variety.
• Collaborate with housekeeping and front-of-house for smooth operations.

Skills

Executive Chef experience

Culinary arts

Food safety HACCP

Kitchen equipment

Leadership

Organizational skills

Flexible schedule

Communication

Menu development

Education

Culinary qualification

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Woopel in El-Fujairah, UAE is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead and manage culinary operations for the restaurant. The role includes developing innovative dishes, budgeting, training staff, menu design, and maintaining hygiene standards.

You will oversee kitchen staff, ensure food safety compliance, and collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth operations and exceptional dining experiences.