Head Chef - New Concept - Sarood Hospitality

Sarood Hospitality; Dubai; On-site; AED 312,000 - 456,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Paid annual leave

Learning & Development

Career progression

Employee discounts

Tax-free salary

Job summary

Sarood Hospitality in Dubai is seeking a Head Chef to join the pre-opening team of our new concept. You will create innovative menus and oversee all aspects of food preparation to ensure quality and consistency.

Lead kitchen staff, manage inventory, enforce safety standards, and mentor the team. A Bachelor's degree in Catering or Hospitality and at least 3 years’ experience in standalone/branded restaurants are required, with strong leadership and menu development skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in catering, hospitality or related field.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience as Chef de Cuisine/Head Chef in branded or standalone restaurants.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.

Responsibilities

• Create innovative and diverse menus reflecting trends and the concept.
• Oversee all aspects of food preparation ensuring freshness and consistency.
• Supervise kitchen staff, assign tasks, train, and ensure smooth service.
• Manage inventory, monitor stock rotation and minimize waste.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation and hygiene standards.
• Mentor and develop kitchen staff for career advancement.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Menu planning

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Catering or Hospitality

Job description

Sarood Hospitality is a Dubai-born restaurant company. A Dubai Holding company, Sarood Hospitality is interwoven into the fabric of the emirate with an iconic portfolio of homegrown and regionally acclaimed brands.

Sarood is a full-service hospitality company specializing in the innovation, nurture and operation of sustainable food & beverage concepts ranging from premium-casual and casual dining venues. The current portfolio comprises of 5 concepts including The Duck Hook, Hillhouse Brasserie, The Bolt Hole, Trattoria and The Noodle House.

About the Job

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Head Chef to join the pre-opening team of our new concept.

The main duties and responsibilities of this role include:

• Create innovative and diverse menus that reflect culinary trends, dietary preferences, and the restaurant's concept, ensuring a balance of flavors, textures, and presentation.
• Oversee all aspects of food preparation, ensuring consistency, freshness, and adherence to established recipes and standards.
• Supervise and coordinate kitchen staff, including chefs, cooks, and kitchen assistants, assigning tasks, providing training, and ensuring smooth operations during service.
• Manage food inventory levels, monitor stock rotation, and minimize waste by implementing effective inventory control measures.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations, sanitation standards, and hygiene practices to maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Mentor and develop kitchen staff, providing ongoing training, feedback, and opportunities for career advancement to foster a skilled and motivated team.

About You

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Catering, Hospitality, or any other relevant field.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as Chef de Cuisine / Head Chef with standalone/branded restaurants.
• Leadership and team management skills.

About the Benefits

At Sarood Hospitality, we are dedicated to fostering a workplace where colleagues feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow. Our benefits package reflects this commitment by combining rewarding financial incentives, comprehensive healthcare, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits include:

• Supportive and inclusive work environment
• Access to Learning & Development programmes and clear career pathways
• Opportunities for internal mobility within our global network
• Colleague discounts on food, beverage, and hotel stays worldwide
• Comprehensive healthcare and life insurance coverage
• Paid annual leave entitlement
• Performance-based incentives tailored to your role
• Competitive tax-free salary paid in UAE Dirhams (AED)