Private Chef

Cozymeal; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A culinary arts company in the United Arab Emirates is seeking skilled culinary professionals to manage kitchen sections, ensure food quality, and supervise staff. Ideal candidates have a diploma in pastry arts and proven experience in culinary operations. Strong organizational and training skills are essential. Join us to lead our pastry and bakery production, ensuring high standards in food safety and quality control.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in pastry, bakery, or culinary operations.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen sections and ensure food preparation standards.
• Oversee dish preparation and train junior staff.
• Produce high-quality pastry and bakery items.
• Lead culinary teams in menu development.

Skills

Food safety

Team leadership

Menu development

Inventory management

Pastry and bakery techniques

Education

Diploma in Pastry Arts

Job description

Overview

Manage kitchen sections, ensure food quality, supervise junior chefs, assist in menu development, maintain health and safety standards, support kitchen operations, and contribute to culinary training and innovation. Roles include Chef De Partie, Sous Chef, Pastry & Bakery, and related kitchen positions with responsibilities across food preparation, hygiene, inventory, and team leadership. Locations include Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE).

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen sections, ensure food preparation standards, supervise staff, maintain hygiene, and support menu development and inventory control.
• Oversee dish preparation, collaborate on seasonal menus, train junior staff, and maintain hygiene standards while ensuring food safety compliance.
• Produce high-quality pastry and bakery items, collaborate with the Pastry Chef, maintain kitchen hygiene, and lead staff development.
• Assist senior chefs in food preparation, manage inventory, demonstrate teamwork, and develop culinary skills.
• Prepare and present pastries, supervise junior staff, ensure quality control, and maintain kitchen standards.
• Lead culinary teams in menu development, ensure food safety compliance, manage inventory, train staff, and improve operational efficiency.
• Lead chocolate and pastry production, ensure quality and compliance, and manage a skilled kitchen team.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Pastry Arts or relevant culinary qualifications; proven experience in pastry, bakery, or culinary operations.
• Strong organizational and communication skills; ability to train and supervise staff.
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene standards, and cost-control practices.