Kitchen Production Team Leader | Retail | IKEA Al Ain

Robinson & Co (Singapore) Pte Ltd; Abu Dhabi Emirate; On-site; AED 25,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A diversified regional business in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Kitchen Production Team Leader to oversee kitchen operations and ensure food safety compliance. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of supervisory experience in food production, excellent leadership and communication skills, and a strong customer focus. Responsibilities include managing daily operations and adhering to HACCP standards. This role offers growth opportunities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-3 years of food production and service supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of HACCP standards and food safety protocols.
• Strong customer focus in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure customer experience is prioritized and guests are served with care.
• Adapt global directions to meet local business objectives.
• Develop and manage HACCP systems to ensure food safety.

Skills

Advanced Food Handler certification

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

High School/Trade School Graduate

Job description

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands.

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day.

Overview Of the Role:

The Kitchen Production Team Leader is responsible for assisting the IFB Manager/Team Leader in executing the IKEA Food Service concept in the IKEA Swedish deli, aligning with IKEA's concept, and ensuring the kitchen and production operate at the highest standards. The role involves supervising daily operations to strengthen IKEA's position as the leading home furnishing store in the market, while managing resources including a team of direct reports and overseeing financial dimensions.

Responsibilities:

The role includes:

• Customer Experience: Ensure our guests are always in focus and strive to make them smile. Meet and serve our guests with empathy and care, listening and supporting them with an attitude based on IKEA values.
• Commercial Performance: Secure local adaptation of global and country directions to deliver on the business agenda, ensuring sustainability performance and resource alignment.
• Team Development: Commit to the development and training of co-workers, ensuring they understand the IKEA Concept and their roles.
• Operational Excellence: Develop and manage the HACCP system and ensure IKEA Food Safety programs are implemented and followed.

Required Skills To Be Successful:

• Advanced Food Handler certification with thorough knowledge of HACCP standards.
• Strong leadership skills with proven ability to motivate and develop teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building effective relationships.
• Analytical skills with the ability to manage KPIs and implement improvements.

What Qualifies You For The Role:

• Minimum of 2-3 years of food production and service supervisory experience, preferably in a high-volume business.
• High School/Trade School Graduate, preferably in hotel, business, or culinary program of study.
• Advanced Food Handler certification and knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards as per HACCP.
• Strong customer focus with the ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume retail environment.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.