RWABU - Executive Chef

Executive Chef; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 720,000 - 1,080,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Paid time off

Complimentary room nights

Learning & development opportunities

Global career opportunities

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Rosewood Abu Dhabi seeks an Executive Chef to lead the Culinary Division, overseeing kitchen operations, menu development, cost control, talent growth, and compliance across all dining touchpoints. You will drive innovation and guest satisfaction in a luxury environment.

You will implement strategic culinary plans, mentor a high‑performing team, and collaborate with F&B, sales, events, and marketing to elevate the hotel’s dining portfolio and guest experience.

Qualifications

• Extensive leadership experience within luxury hotel, resort, or high-end restaurant culinary operations.
• Exceptional culinary expertise across multiple cuisines and large-scale banquet operations.
• Proven track record of leading diverse teams and driving financial performance.
• Passion for innovation, guest experience, and creating distinctive culinary concepts.
• Strong business acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, labor management, and inventory control.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all kitchen operations across outlets and events.
• Develop innovative menus, culinary concepts, and seasonal offerings.
• Drive financial performance through effective management of food costs, labor, inventory, and waste reduction.
• Inspire, mentor, and develop a high-performing culinary team.
• Ensure the highest standards of food safety, hygiene, sanitation, and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with Food & Beverage, Sales, Events, and Marketing to support business objectives.
• Monitor culinary trends and industry best practices to maintain a competitive portfolio.
• Champion operational excellence aligned with Rosewood's luxury brand standards.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary Expertise

Budgeting

Job description

OUR PURPOSE AND CULTURE

We are driven to create a future where people and place enrich one another. We are wholly committed to rooting ourselves more deeply in every place we are in while setting new benchmarks for positive impact.

As a pioneering collective with a common purpose, we curate extraordinary moments and honor the soul of every place along our journey. At Rosewood Hotel Group, we answer The Calling. Together, we Make the Place.

THE TEAM

The Culinary team at Rosewood Abu Dhabi is responsible for delivering exceptional dining experiences across all restaurants, lounges, banquets, in-room dining, and special events. Through creativity, innovation, operational excellence, and a commitment to luxury hospitality, the team consistently creates memorable experiences that exceed guest expectations.

As Executive Chef, you will report to the Hotel Manager and provide strategic and operational leadership for all culinary functions across the property. You will work closely with Food & Beverage, Sales & Marketing, Finance, Purchasing, and operational teams to ensure exceptional culinary standards and business performance.

YOUR ROLE

As Executive Chef, you will be responsible for the overall leadership, strategy, and performance of the Culinary Division. You will oversee all kitchen operations, menu development, food quality, cost management, talent development, and compliance standards while ensuring exceptional guest experiences across every dining touchpoint.

You will lead the culinary vision of the hotel by fostering a culture of innovation, operational excellence, financial discipline, and continuous improvement. Through hands‑on leadership and strategic planning, you will drive both guest satisfaction and business success.

HOW YOU’LL MAKE THE PLACE

• Lead and oversee all culinary operations, ensuring exceptional quality, consistency, creativity, and presentation across all outlets and events


• Develop innovative menus, culinary concepts, and seasonal offerings that enhance the hotel's reputation and guest experience


• Drive financial performance through effective management of food costs, labor expenses, productivity, inventory controls, and waste reduction initiatives


• Inspire, mentor, and develop a high‑performing culinary team while fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous learning


• Ensure the highest standards of food safety, hygiene, sanitation, workplace safety, and regulatory compliance throughout all kitchen operations


• Collaborate closely with Food & Beverage, Sales, Events, and Marketing teams to support business objectives, special events, and revenue growth opportunities


• Monitor culinary trends and industry best practices to maintain a competitive and innovative dining portfolio


• Champion operational excellence while ensuring all culinary offerings align with Rosewood's luxury brand standards

COULD THIS BE YOU?

• You have extensive leadership experience within luxury hotel, resort, or high‑end restaurant culinary operations


• You possess exceptional culinary expertise across multiple cuisines, dining concepts, and large‑scale banquet operations


• You have a proven track record of leading diverse teams and driving operational and financial performance


• You are passionate about innovation, guest experience, and creating distinctive culinary concepts


• You demonstrate strong business acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, labor management, inventory control, and profit optimization


• You are an inspiring leader with exceptional communication, coaching, and stakeholder management skills


• You communicate fluently in English; additional language skills are considered an advantage

OUR BENEFITS

As part of our team, you'll enjoy a thoughtfully designed benefits package that supports your wellbeing, professional growth, and life beyond work. This includes medical coverage, paid time off, complimentary room nights, learning and development opportunities, global career opportunities, and industry-leading paid parental leave supporting eligible associates across all paths to parenthood.

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU

At Rosewood Hotel Group, your voice is heard and valued. We're a community that encourages associates to be themselves, not fit into a fixed culture, and this philosophy shines through in our commitment to reflect and honor the history, culture, and geography of our destinations. We are committed to building meaningful relationships, celebrating diversity, and fostering an environment where everyone can thrive through our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) strategy.