Executive Chef — Creative Menus & Team Leadership

Workato; Dubai; On-site; AED 3,100 - 4,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid vacation

Job summary

Workato in Dubai, UAE is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead creative menus, oversee kitchen operations, and deliver high-quality culinary experiences across events and daily service.

You will manage kitchen staff, ensure safety and quality standards, develop recipes, and work closely with front-of-house to meet guest expectations. The role requires at least 5 years in professional kitchens and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years experience in a professional kitchen is required.
• Extensive knowledge of international cuisine is preferred.
• Must be able to manage multiple tasks and prioritize efficiently.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work well in a team environment as well as independently when needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen staff in the preparation of creative menus for various events throughout the year.
• Oversee daily operations in the kitchen including food preparation, safety protocols, ordering supplies and ensuring quality standards are met at all times.
• Manage staff training and development programs as well as performance evaluations when necessary.
• Develop new recipes as well as update existing ones on a regular basis to ensure variety on menus offered by the restaurant or catering service that you manage.
• Work closely with front-of-house staff to ensure customer satisfaction with their dining experience by providing timely service according to established standards.

Skills

5+ years exp in kitchen

International cuisine

Multitask management

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Workato in Dubai, UAE is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead creative menus, oversee kitchen operations, and deliver high-quality culinary experiences across events and daily service.

You will manage kitchen staff, ensure safety and quality standards, develop recipes, and work closely with front-of-house to meet guest expectations. The role requires at least 5 years in professional kitchens and strong communication skills.