Filia Head Chef

AccorHotel; Dubai; On-site; AED 133,920 - 200,880; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel chain in Dubai is looking for a Head Chef to lead the culinary direction of a fine dining restaurant. The ideal candidate will design innovative menus, oversee kitchen operations, and ensure Michelin-level food quality. Strong expertise in Italian cuisine, especially handmade pasta, is essential. The position requires team management skills and familiarity with food safety standards. This is a full-time onsite role with high expectations for creativity and leadership.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Head Chef or Executive Sous Chef in a luxury or fine‑dining restaurant.
• Strong expertise in handmade pasta and wood‑fired cooking.
• Experience in high‑volume high‑end hospitality environments.
• Knowledge of food safety and HACCP standards.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute innovative menus aligned with restaurant identity.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations including prep service and hygiene.
• Recruit, train and mentor kitchen staff.
• Maintain Michelin‑level standards of food quality and plating.
• Manage kitchen budgets and profitability targets.

Skills

Italian cuisine

Team management

Creativity

Cost control

Food safety knowledge

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent professional training

Job description

Overview

The Head Chef is responsible for leading the culinary direction of Filia a modern Italian-Mediterranean restaurant known for its refined female‑led concept and handmade cuisine. This role requires creativity leadership and a deep understanding of authentic Italian flavors with a contemporary presentation.

Key Responsibilities

Culinary Leadership

• Design and execute innovative menus aligned with Filia’s Italian‑Mediterranean identity
• Maintain authenticity in handmade pastas breads and traditional recipes
• Ensure consistency quality and presentation across all dishes

Kitchen Operations

• Oversee daily kitchen operations including prep service and hygiene
• Ensure compliance with Dubai Municipality food safety regulations
• Control food costs wastage and inventory

Team Management

• Recruit train and mentor kitchen staff
• Foster a positive high‑performance kitchen culture
• Manage scheduling performance and staff development

Quality & Guest Experience

• Maintain Michelin‑level standards of food quality and plating
• Collaborate with front‑of‑house teams to ensure seamless guest experiences
• Handle guest feedback and continuously improve offerings

Financial Management

• Manage kitchen budgets and profitability targets
• Optimize supplier relationships and procurement strategies

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Head Chef or Executive Sous Chef in a luxury or fine‑dining restaurant
• Strong expertise in Italian cuisine (especially handmade pasta and wood‑fired cooking)
• Experience in high‑volume high‑end hospitality environments
• Leadership and team management skills
• Knowledge of food safety and HACCP standards
• Creativity and passion for modern gastronomy
• Previous experience in luxury hotel brands or internationally recognized restaurants
• Exposure to pre‑opening restaurant concepts
• Culinary degree or equivalent professional training
• Menu development & innovation
• Cost control & budgeting
• Team leadership
• Fine dining execution
• Supplier & inventory management
• Fast‑paced high‑end restaurant within a luxury hospitality setting
• Evening and weekend shifts required
• High expectations for consistency creativity and leadership

Remote Work

No

Employment Type

Full‑time