Head Chef

Bachelor of Hotel Management (Hotel Management)

Nationality: Any Nationality

Vacancy: 1 Vacancy

Job Location: United Arab Emirates

Experience: 5 to 12 years

Job Function: Chef, Cooking, preparing high quality dishes

An opportunity has arisen for a Head Chef to join the Dhow & Anchor, a sporty gastropub & terrace with a hearty British spirit at Jumeirah Beach Hotel.

The main duties and responsibilities of this role include:

1. Developing creative and seasonal menus that meet the restaurant's operating concept and target market needs.
2. Leading a dynamic kitchen team to deliver high-quality food consistently.
3. Ensuring cost-effective kitchen operations by controlling food costs and optimizing resource use.
4. Maintaining high standards of kitchen hygiene, safety, and equipment maintenance in line with HACCP guidelines.
5. Collaborating with the Executive Chef and Sous Chefs for accurate and timely reporting, scheduling, and recipe documentation.
6. Training, coaching, and developing kitchen colleagues to foster a productive and motivated work environment.
7. Monitoring market trends and analyzing competitor offerings to maintain a competitive edge.
8. Liaising with the Stewarding Manager to maintain high cleanliness standards in kitchen areas.
9. Conducting regular performance appraisals for the kitchen team and implementing development plans.
10. Overseeing food promotions and coordinating special culinary events.

About You:

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:

1. A minimum of 5 years of experience as a Head Chef or in a senior culinary role within five-star hotels or fine dining gastro pubs/taverns in England.
2. Culinary degree or equivalent professional qualifications.
3. Strong leadership, organizational, and administrative skills.
4. Proven ability to develop creative menus and manage food costs effectively.
5. Excellent knowledge of HACCP standards and food safety regulations.
6. Fluent in English, with menu development and computer proficiency.