Group Kitchen Operation Manager

Confidential Company; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Company in Dubai is seeking a senior kitchen leader to oversee and optimize operations across multiple units, driving productivity and ensuring consistent quality across locations.

The role requires mentoring teams, managing inventory and costs, and ensuring HACCP/ISO 22000 compliance while steering menu innovation to align with market trends and brand identity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a culinary or related field with relevant leadership exposure.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and optimize the operational efficiency of multiple kitchen units, ensuring seamless workflow and high productivity across all locations.
• Develop and implement standardized culinary procedures and quality control measures to maintain consistent excellence in food preparation and presentation.
• Manage inventory and cost control for all kitchens, negotiating with suppliers and implementing waste reduction strategies to maximize profitability.
• Lead and mentor kitchen teams across various sites, fostering a culture of collaboration, skill development, and adherence to safety standards.
• Ensure strict compliance with all health, safety, and hygiene regulations within each kitchen environment, conducting regular audits.
• Drive menu innovation and development in collaboration with culinary teams, aligning offerings with market trends and brand identity.

Skills

Multi-unit ops

P&L management

Food safety HACCP

ISO 22000

Menu engineering

Cost control

Education

Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or related field

Job description

• Oversee and optimize the operational efficiency of multiple kitchen units, ensuring seamless workflow and high productivity across all locations.
• Develop and implement standardized culinary procedures and quality control measures to maintain consistent excellence in food preparation and presentation.
• Manage inventory and cost control for all kitchens, negotiating with suppliers and implementing waste reduction strategies to maximize profitability.
• Lead and mentor kitchen teams across various sites, fostering a culture of collaboration, skill development, and adherence to safety standards.
• Ensure strict compliance with all health, safety, and hygiene regulations within each kitchen environment, conducting regular audits.
• Drive menu innovation and development in collaboration with culinary teams, aligning offerings with market trends and brand identity.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive experience in multi-unit kitchen management or a senior culinary leadership role.

• Proven track record of successfully managing operations and P&L for multiple food service establishments.

• Expertise in food safety regulations (e.g., HACCP, ISO 22000:2018) and implementing best practices across diverse kitchen settings.

• Strong understanding of culinary techniques, menu engineering, and cost control principles within the food and beverage industry.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to effectively manage and motivate diverse teams.