Head Chef - Nikkei (Japanese - Peruvian )

Independent Food Company; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Independent Food Company, a leading hospitality enterprise in the UAE, seeks experienced Head Chefs to oversee culinary operations across multiple restaurants. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership qualities, a relevant degree, and extensive experience in busy dining environments, ensuring quality service and team development.

Qualifications

• Ideally have at least 5 years of experience in a high volume, fast casual dining restaurant.
• Experience in managing BOH operations is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage menu writing and cost control for multiple restaurants.
• Lead and develop BOH teams for effective restaurant operations.
• Collaborate with Restaurant Manager on finances and inventory.

Skills

Leadership

Menu Management

Cost Control

Operational Solutions

Education

Bachelor Degree in Hospitality and Restaurant Management Major in Culinary Arts

Job description

Driven to create unique home-grown food concepts that bring people together, the Independent Food Company is a UAE-based hospitality company with multiple concepts under it’s umbrella – SALT, Switch, Parker’s, Grind, Somewhere and Public.

We are currently hiring for a number of Head Chefs to lead the entire culinary operation which includes planning, organization, training, and leadership of all BOH operations for a number of restaurants in the UAE. The Head Chef will work collaboratively with other operating departments to ensure successful running of the restaurant. Some of the key responsibilities:

• Manage menu writing and cycle of cost control utilizing appropriate recipes and costing measures
• Responsible for inventory, ordering/purchasing, and food cost controls
• Create operational solutions for faster service, retaining a focus on excellence
• Work closely with the Restaurant Manager regarding department finances including, food and labor cost, inventory, etc
• Lead and develop the BOH teams

To be considered for this role, you will ideally have a Bachelor Degree in Hospitality and Restaurant Management Major in Culinary Arts with at least 5 years of experience in a full-service, high volume, fast casual dining restaurant or other food and beverage establishment with a similar capacity and clientele.