Head Chef – Luxury Italian-Mediterranean Kitchen Leadership

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

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.