Head Chef - International Cuisine

AWJ; Sharjah; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

AWJ is seeking a Head Chef specializing in International Cuisine to lead their culinary team in Sharjah. The ideal candidate will possess creativity and leadership skills while managing menu development and daily kitchen operations. This full-time role offers a chance to innovate with global flavors and ensure exceptional food quality and hygiene standards in a vibrant culinary environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Deep understanding of global cuisines and fusion techniques.
• Familiarity with dietary restrictions.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute menus featuring international cuisines.
• Manage daily kitchen operations and food quality.
• Lead and mentor kitchen staff to uphold culinary standards.

Skills

Leadership

Team Management

Culinary Creativity

Communication

Time Management

Education

Formal Culinary Training

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a passionate and experienced

Job Description

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Head Chef specializing in International Cuisine to lead our culinary team. The ideal candidate will bring creativity, leadership, and a deep knowledge of diverse global flavors to our kitchen. You will be responsible for menu development, kitchen operations, team management, and ensuring the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and hygiene.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and execute menus that highlight international culinary traditions (e.g., Mediterranean, Asian, Latin American, Middle Eastern, European).
• Manage daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and plating.
• Lead, mentor, and train kitchen staff to maintain high culinary standards.
• Monitor inventory, order supplies, and ensure efficient cost control and waste reduction.
• Maintain compliance with health and safety regulations and sanitation standards.
• Work closely with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless guest experience.
• Stay up to date with global food trends, seasonal ingredients, and modern culinary techniques.
• Oversee catering, events, and special menus as required.
  
  

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in an international or fine dining kitchen.
• Formal culinary training or equivalent professional experience.
• Deep understanding of diverse global cuisines and fusion techniques.
• Strong leadership, team management, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and time management.
  
  

Preferred Skills

• Multilingual or familiarity with various cultural food customs.
• Experience with dietary restrictions (vegan, gluten-free, halal, etc.).
• Competency with kitchen management software or POS systems.
  
  

Job Details

Role Level: Director Work Type: Full-Time Country: United Arab Emirates City: Sharjah Company Website: http://www.awj.ae Job Function: Food & Beverage Services Company Industry/

Sector: Hospitality

What We Offer

About The Company

Sharing a culinary journey, one restaurant at a timeThe AWJ Tradition of ServiceTwo decades of excellence is a hallmark of AWJ.A benchmark for the Group, inspired by the top management who boast an experience of over twenty years in the Middle Eastern Food & Beverage industry – managing restaurants, balancing flavors and preparing quality, authentic food.Serving flavors from around the world with a dash of Levant spices, AWJ creates a range of home-favorite restaurants that still hold a flair for global tastes.

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