Executive Head Chef - Luxury Fine Dining Leader

Confidential; Dubai; On-site; AED 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential in Downtown Dubai is seeking an exceptional Head Chef to lead kitchen operations in a luxury fine dining destination. You will shape menu innovation, elevate guest experience, and drive operational precision.

You will manage budgeting, inventory, supplier relationships, and mentor a multicultural brigade, ensuring health, safety, and brand standards while delivering flawless execution aligned with global trends.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in luxury hotel or fine dining kitchens.
• 3+ years as Executive/Head Chef in Michelin-starred or AAA Five Diamond venue.
• Proven expertise in modern international cuisine with emphasis on presentation.
• Strong financial acumen: food cost management, P&L oversight, waste reduction.
• Excellent command of English; other languages a plus.
• Culinary degree or certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead all kitchen operations including menu development and cost control.
• Ensure brand standards and global gastronomic trends in dishes.
• Collaborate with F&B, Marketing, and Revenue teams to elevate experiences.
• Manage budgeting, inventory, supplier relationships, and KPIs.
• Mentor a multicultural kitchen brigade and ensure health and safety compliance.
• Drive operational efficiency and waste reduction.

Skills

Menu development

Cost control

Team leadership

Hygiene compliance

Brand standards adherence

English proficiency

Culinary innovation

Education

Culinary degree or certification

Job description

Confidential in Downtown Dubai is seeking an exceptional Head Chef to lead kitchen operations in a luxury fine dining destination. You will shape menu innovation, elevate guest experience, and drive operational precision.

You will manage budgeting, inventory, supplier relationships, and mentor a multicultural brigade, ensuring health, safety, and brand standards while delivering flawless execution aligned with global trends.