Executive Chef – Events & Banquets

Grand Hyatt Abu Dhabi; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading luxury hotel in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Chef De Cuisine for Events. In this role, you will shape the culinary vision for event dining, crafting memorable experiences through innovative menus. You will lead a team of chefs, ensuring exceptional quality and compliance with food safety standards. Ideal candidates will have experience in luxury hotels and strong organizational skills. This position offers a unique opportunity to further your culinary career in a vibrant hospitality environment.

Benefits

Professional training and development

Opportunities for internal mobility

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Chef De Cuisine or Executive Sous Chef in luxury hotels or event catering.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Expertise in international cuisines and large-scale banquet operations.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute bespoke menus for banquets, weddings, and special events.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and sustainability standards.
• Lead and inspire a team of chefs to deliver exceptional culinary experiences.
• Collaborate with event planners and clients to customize offerings.
• Manage food cost, inventory, and operational budgets effectively.
• Maintain high standards of presentation and taste across all dishes.
• Drive innovation in culinary trends and event concepts.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Culinary expertise in international cuisines

Communication

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent certification

Job description

A leading luxury hotel in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Chef De Cuisine for Events. In this role, you will shape the culinary vision for event dining, crafting memorable experiences through innovative menus. You will lead a team of chefs, ensuring exceptional quality and compliance with food safety standards. Ideal candidates will have experience in luxury hotels and strong organizational skills. This position offers a unique opportunity to further your culinary career in a vibrant hospitality environment.