Head Chef — Lead Kitchen Excellence & Team Performance

The Food and Beverage Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 167,400 - 279,000; Full time

Job summary

The Food and Beverage Group is seeking a Head Chef in Dubai to oversee kitchen operations and ensure food quality. You will lead and manage the kitchen team, control costs, and maintain strict compliance with food safety standards.

The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in professional kitchens and a proven leadership background as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef. Strong operational management skills and knowledge of HACCP are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 8+ years’ experience in professional kitchens.
• Proven leadership as Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Strong operational and people management skills.
• Deep knowledge of HACCP and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Hold full responsibility for kitchen operations, food quality, team leadership, and cost control.
• Ensure dishes are executed consistently in line with approved recipes.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations, workflow, and section coordination.
• Lead, train, and develop the kitchen team.
• Control food costs, portioning, wastage, and stock usage.
• Ensure full compliance with hygiene and food safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Operational management

Food safety standards

Job description

The Food and Beverage Group is seeking a Head Chef in Dubai to oversee kitchen operations and ensure food quality. You will lead and manage the kitchen team, control costs, and maintain strict compliance with food safety standards.

The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in professional kitchens and a proven leadership background as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef. Strong operational management skills and knowledge of HACCP are essential for success in this role.