Luxury Resort Executive Chef—Culinary Innovation

Anantara Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort is seeking an accomplished culinary leader to set and execute the hotel’s culinary strategy, overseeing daily kitchen operations, menu development, and cost control. This role will partner with F&B, HR and senior leadership to deliver exceptional dining experiences for guests and events.

Responsible for driving innovation, maintaining brand standards, and leading a high-performing culinary team within a luxury beachfront resort in Dubai.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the preparation and implementation of the hotel’s strategic plan.
• Develop and deliver annual culinary revenue, food cost, payroll, productivity and profitability targets.
• Review monthly P&L performance and forecast with F&B and Finance on menu engineering, purchasing and cost optimisation.
• Own culinary financial targets and implement corrective actions.
• Lead the daily operations of all hotel kitchens and ensure brand standards.
• Develop innovative menus and concepts aligned with guest preferences and market trends.
• Benchmark Dubai dining trends and drive seasonal menus, activations and signature experiences.
• Control food costs, minimise waste and improve operational efficiency.
• Support culinary operations for weddings, conferences and major events.
• Lead kitchen sustainability initiatives and ensure energy and water efficiency.
• Maintain highest standards of food hygiene and safety aligned with UAE regulations.
• Act as a member of the hotel’s senior leadership team and represent culinary in external activities.

Job description

Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort is seeking an accomplished culinary leader to set and execute the hotel’s culinary strategy, overseeing daily kitchen operations, menu development, and cost control. This role will partner with F&B, HR and senior leadership to deliver exceptional dining experiences for guests and events.

Responsible for driving innovation, maintaining brand standards, and leading a high-performing culinary team within a luxury beachfront resort in Dubai.