Head Chef - Levant

RTC1 Recruitment Services; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned restaurant in Dubai is seeking a Head Chef to oversee kitchen operations and ensure high-quality preparation of Levant dishes. Responsibilities include managing kitchen staff, monitoring inventory, and ensuring compliance with hygiene standards. The ideal candidate has proven experience in Levant or Middle Eastern cuisine and strong leadership skills. Salary up to 16K AED depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a head chef with Levant or Middle Eastern cuisine.
• Knowledge of food costing and inventory management.
• Strong understanding of hygiene and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations to ensure quality of Levant dishes.
• Supervise kitchen staff and assign tasks.
• Monitor food inventory and cost control.
• Ensure compliance with hygiene and safety regulations.

Skills

Kitchen operations management

Staff supervision

Food costing

Inventory management

Hygiene and safety standards knowledge

Job description

Overview

Position Title: Head Chef - Levant

Employment Type: Full Time

Salary: up to 16K AED all-inclusive depending on experience and qualifications

Job Location: Dubai, UAE

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring Levant dishes are prepared consistently and to high quality standards.
• Supervise and manage kitchen staff, assign tasks, and ensure smooth workflow.
• Monitor food inventory, ordering, and cost control to minimize waste and maintain budgets.
• Ensure strict compliance with hygiene, safety, and health regulations in the kitchen.

Qualifications

• Open to levant nationals, Male 30 years old & below
• Proven experience as a head chef with Levant or Middle Eastern cuisine.
• Solid understanding of food costing, inventory management, and kitchen operations.
• Knowledge of health, hygiene, and safety standards in a professional kitchen.

About the Client

A Levantine restaurant in Dubai, highly recognized by the Michelin Guide offering high-quality food at good value.