Executive Chef - Global Cuisine & Menu Innovation

PPOAR; Musaffah; On-site; AED 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance coverage

Meal allowance

Paid vacation

Employee discount

Training/development opportunities

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

PPOAR in Musaffah, UAE is seeking an Executive Chef to lead our kitchen operations, develop innovative menus, and deliver exceptional dining experiences for guests. You will manage a team of professional chefs, ensure food safety, and optimize inventory and costs.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of senior kitchen leadership, strong communication and organizational skills, and a passion for cooking. A culinary degree is preferred, and extensive knowledge of international cuisine is expected.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ professional experience in a similar role within the hospitality industry.
• Menu planning, development, cost control, quality assurance, sanitation & safety standards & recipe development/improvement.
• Ability to work independently & manage multiple tasks simultaneously while adhering to deadlines & budgets.
• Culinary degree or equivalent qualification preferred but not mandatory
• Extensive knowledge of international cuisine & menu items

Responsibilities

• Create menus that meet the needs of our guests while maximizing profits.
• Train, motivate and supervise chefs and other kitchen staff.
• Ensure food safety compliance according to health regulations.
• Monitor food stock levels and order supplies as needed.
• Develop new dishes or improve existing recipes.
• Work with restaurant managers to plan promotions and special events.
• Analyze recipes to determine labor costs or create cost-effective menus.
• Control food waste by monitoring portion sizes

Skills

5+ years exp

Menu planning

Independent multitask

Culinary degree

International cuisine

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent

Job description

PPOAR in Musaffah, UAE is seeking an Executive Chef to lead our kitchen operations, develop innovative menus, and deliver exceptional dining experiences for guests. You will manage a team of professional chefs, ensure food safety, and optimize inventory and costs.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of senior kitchen leadership, strong communication and organizational skills, and a passion for cooking. A culinary degree is preferred, and extensive knowledge of international cuisine is expected.