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Head Chef
Land of Fire General Trading LLC
, UAE
Full Time
Senior
Onsite
AED 10,000/month / month
1 weeks ago
Kitchen ManagementMenu DevelopmentFood Cost ControlInventory ManagementFood Safety StandardsTeam Leadership
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About the Role
Land of Fire General Trading LLC is opening a new restaurant in Dubai and seeks an experienced Head Chef to lead the kitchen from pre-opening through daily operations. The role requires 3-5 years of Dubai/UAE restaurant experience, strong kitchen management skills, and knowledge of local food safety standards.
Key Skills for This Role
Kitchen ManagementMenu DevelopmentFood Cost ControlInventory ManagementFood Safety StandardsTeam Leadership
Responsibilities
- Lead the kitchen from pre opening through daily operations
- Manage a kitchen team, menu development, and food cost control
- Ensure compliance with Dubai Municipality food safety and hygiene standards
- Manage food cost percentage, waste, and inventory
Requirements
- Minimum 3 5 years of proven experience working in Dubai/UAE restaurants (mandatory — must have local market and supplier knowledge)
- Strong track record managing a kitchen team, menu development, and food cost control
- Solid understanding of Dubai Municipality food safety and hygiene standards
- Ability to manage food cost percentage, waste, and inventory
- Fluent in English; additional languages a plus
- Valid UAE work visa or ability to transfer visa
Full Job Posting
Job Overview
- We are opening a new restaurant in Dubai and are looking for an experienced Head Chef / Executive Chef to lead our kitchen from pre opening through daily operations.
Requirements
- Minimum 3 5 years of proven experience working in Dubai/UAE restaurants (mandatory — must have local market and supplier knowledge)
- Strong track record managing a kitchen team, menu development, and food cost control
- Solid understanding of Dubai Municipality food safety and hygiene standards
- Experience opening a new restaurant is a strong plus
- Ability to manage food cost percentage, waste, and inventory
- Fluent in English; additional languages a plus
- Valid UAE work visa or ability to transfer visa
Salary and Benefits
- Salary: To be discussed at interview, based on experience
- Housing allowance provided (you arrange your own accommodation)
- Full involvement in menu creation and kitchen setup from day one
- Opportunity to build and lead your own kitchen team
- Note: transport is not provided
How to Apply
- Send CV
- A short video or photos of 2 3 signature dishes you've created
- References from previous Dubai employers
Details
- Location: Dubai, UAE
- Start date: In 2 3 months
- Contract type: Full time
- Pay: AED10,000.00 AED12,000.00 per month
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