Executive Steward: Kitchen Operations Leader

Le Méridien Hotels & Resorts; Fujairah; On-site; AED 167,000 - 257,000; Full time

Job summary

Le Méridien Fujairah is seeking a seasoned kitchen manager to oversee daily utility operations, supervise dish room, back dock cleaning, and related activities while maintaining the budget and service standards.

You will lead a dedicated kitchen team, ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation, manage inventories and equipment, and coordinate with leadership to deliver exceptional guest experiences at Dibba Road, Fujairah.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with relevant experience or a related degree with industry experience.
• Experience in procurement, food and beverage, culinary, or related areas.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day kitchen operations and supervise non-cooking staff, including dishroom and back dock cleaning.
• Control inventories of food, equipment, smallware, and liquor; report shortages to management.
• Schedule events and activities; ensure tools, equipment, and uniforms are available.
• Enforce food handling, sanitation standards and safety procedures.
• Lead and develop the kitchen team; manage controllable expenses and achieve budget goals.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Inventory control

Staff supervision

Budgeting

Food safety

Education

High school diploma or GED; 4 years experience in the procurement, food and beverage, culinary, or related professional area.

2-year degree in Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; 2 years experience in the procurement, food and beverage, culinary, or related professional area.

Job description

Le Méridien Fujairah is seeking a seasoned kitchen manager to oversee daily utility operations, supervise dish room, back dock cleaning, and related activities while maintaining the budget and service standards.

You will lead a dedicated kitchen team, ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation, manage inventories and equipment, and coordinate with leadership to deliver exceptional guest experiences at Dibba Road, Fujairah.