Executive Chef – Luxury Resort Culinary Leader & Innovator

Al Wathba Investment L.L.C; Dubai; On-site; AED 360,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort is seeking a strategic and hands-on Executive Chef to drive culinary excellence across all outlets. You will shape the hotel’s culinary direction, manage daily kitchen operations, and ensure top-tier guest experiences through innovative menus and seasonal concepts.

As a senior leader, you will develop the team, control costs, and uphold UAE food-safety and brand standards while collaborating with stakeholders on events, openings and growth opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement the hotel's strategic culinary plan
• Develop and deliver annual revenue, food cost, payroll, productivity and profitability targets
• Review monthly P&L and support forecasting, menu engineering, purchasing and cost control
• Lead the culinary strategy and ensure outlets have strong identity and positioning
• Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring quality, presentation and brand compliance
• Create innovative menus aligned with guest preferences and market trends
• Manage cost control, waste reduction, and operational efficiency
• Support events, weddings and large functions and assist with new openings and initiatives
• Lead talent development, recruitment, performance management and succession planning
• Maintain food safety, hygiene standards and compliance with UAE requirements
• Be an active member of the senior leadership team and engage in external culinary activities
• Promote sustainability initiatives and responsible sourcing across kitchens

Job description

Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort is seeking a strategic and hands-on Executive Chef to drive culinary excellence across all outlets. You will shape the hotel’s culinary direction, manage daily kitchen operations, and ensure top-tier guest experiences through innovative menus and seasonal concepts.

As a senior leader, you will develop the team, control costs, and uphold UAE food-safety and brand standards while collaborating with stakeholders on events, openings and growth opportunities.