Job Title: Mediterranean Head Chef
Location: Abu Dhabi UAE
Industry: Hospitality / Fine Dining / Restaurants
Reports to: Executive Chef / Restaurant Owner
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Mediterranean Head Chef to lead the kitchen team at our fine dining restaurant in Abu Dhabi. The ideal candidate must have a deep understanding of Mediterranean cuisine exceptional leadership skills and a passion for crafting highquality authentic dishes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Menu Development: Design and develop an authentic Mediterranean menu incorporating fresh highquality ingredients.
- Food Preparation & Presentation: Ensure every dish meets quality standards taste and presentation guidelines.
- Team Leadership: Supervise and mentor kitchen staff ensuring a collaborative and efficient working environment.
- Inventory & Cost Control: Manage stock levels minimize waste and control food costs while maintaining high quality.
- Compliance & Hygiene: Ensure strict adherence to food safety hygiene and UAE health regulations.
- Supplier Management: Source the best ingredients from local and international suppliers.
- Innovation & Trends: Stay updated on food trends and introduce new innovative Mediterranean dishes.
- Training & Development: Conduct training sessions for the kitchen staff to enhance skills and maintain consistency.
Requirements:
- Proven experience as a Head Chef / Executive Chef specializing in Mediterranean cuisine.
- Minimum 810 years of experience in a highend restaurant or hotel.
- Strong knowledge of Greek Italian Spanish Turkish and Middle Eastern flavors.
- Leadership skills with the ability to manage and inspire a diverse team.
- Understanding of food costing inventory management and kitchen operations.
- Ability to work in a fastpaced highpressure environment.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Culinary degree or professional chef training is a plus.
- Must be currently based in the UAE or willing to relocate to Abu Dhabi.
Salary & Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Health insurance.
- Annual leave and flight tickets.
- Performancebased incentives.