Executive Chef - Culinary Academy

Wynn Al Marjan Island; Ras Al Khaimah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury dining resort in the UAE is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to join its Culinary Academy. The role involves developing culinary strategies, leading a diverse instructional team, and implementing cutting-edge culinary training. Candidates should have 10-15 years of leadership experience in luxury settings, strong communication skills, and professional culinary certification. Attractive salary and comprehensive benefits offered.

Benefits

Attractive salary

Healthcare package

Life insurance

Incentive programs

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of culinary leadership experience in luxury hotels or culinary institutions.
• Expertise in modern gastronomy and classical cooking.
• Strong background in designing culinary training programs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the vision for the Culinary Academy.
• Lead a diverse team for world-class culinary education.
• Mentor culinary staff across Wynn properties.

Skills

Culinary leadership experience

Menu development

Culinary education background

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Education

Professional culinary certification

Job description

About Wynn Al Marjan Island

On schedule to open in the United Arab Emirates in early 2027, Wynn Al Marjan Island has been created as an opulent and entertaining beachside destination for discerning guests to play and relax. Located less than 50 minutes from Dubai International Airport, this integrated resort offering 1,530 rooms and suites, 22 restaurants and lounges, a theater, nightclub, and five-star spa is currently under construction on a picturesque island that gracefully curves into the Arabian Gulf.

About The Position

Wynn Al Marjan Island is currently seeking an Executive Chef to join the resort’s Culinary Academy team.

The Primary Duties And Responsibilities Of This Role Are

• Develop and implement the vision, mission, and strategy for the Culinary Academy in alignment with Wynn Al Marjan Island Resorts’ overall culinary philosophy
• Lead and inspire a diverse team of instructors, sous chefs, and trainers to deliver world-class culinary education.
• Curriculum & Training Development
• Manage the Culinary Academy’s teaching kitchens, demo theatres, and training facilities, ensuring state-of-the-art equipment and best practices
• Actively mentor culinary staff across Wynn properties to nurture future leaders.
• Establish apprenticeship programs and cross-training initiatives with operational kitchens.
• Lead research and development initiatives in collaboration with property Executive Chefs to innovate menus, techniques, and food presentation.
• Partner with HR and Learning & Development to integrate culinary training into employee career paths.
• Continuously update training content to reflect global culinary trends, innovation, and Wynn Resorts’ evolving standards.
• Design and oversee comprehensive training programs covering classical cooking techniques, modern gastronomy, baking & pastry, butchery, nutrition, sustainability, and food innovation.
• Create specialized programs for leadership development (Chef de Partie, Sous Chefs, Junior Chefs).

About You

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:

• Minimum 10–15 years of progressive culinary leadership experience, including Executive Chef or senior culinary training roles in luxury hotels, resorts, or culinary institutions.
• Proven expertise in menu development, modern gastronomy, classical cooking, and global cuisines.
• Strong background in culinary education, training program design, and talent development.
• Excellent leadership, coaching, and communication skills with multicultural teams.
• Professional culinary certification from a recognized institution; additional certifications in food safety and nutrition preferred

About Wynn Al Marjan Island’s Benefits

We offer an attractive salary, paid in Dirhams (AED), the local currency of the UAE. In addition, we offer an excellent leave policy, a healthcare package and as well as life insurance, incentive programs, and other employee benefits. The result is a package that makes this role highly attractive to outstanding applicants seeking a career with Wynn Resorts, among the most renowned and celebrated brands in the global hospitality industry.