Confidential
Position: Head Chef | Location: Al Ain, United Arab Emirates | Employment Type: Full Time | Industry: Hospitality and food and beverage
Job Overview
A modern café in Al Ain is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead its kitchen operations. The role is suited to a chef with a strong UAE background, ideally with experience in established Dubai food and beverage brands. The kitchen has a focus on fresh and healthy dishes, including bowls, salads and grilled protein options.
The Head Chef will oversee food preparation, recipe consistency, portion control and presentation. The position also requires leadership of the kitchen team, monitoring food costs and inventory, and maintaining food safety standards. Applicants should be willing to relocate to Al Ain and bring the ability to manage a kitchen efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee daily kitchen operations and organize food preparation for service.
- Develop and maintain recipes, portion standards and consistent food presentation.
- Prepare and supervise healthy menu items such as bowls, salads and grilled proteins.
- Lead, train and motivate kitchen staff to maintain performance and teamwork.
- Monitor food costs, stock levels and kitchen efficiency.
- Ensure food is handled and prepared in line with hygiene, sanitation and safety requirements.
Requirements and Qualifications
- At least 3 years of proven UAE experience as a Head Chef is required.
- Previous experience with established food and beverage brands in Dubai is preferred.
- Strong expertise in fresh, healthy food concepts is essential.
- Kitchen leadership and team-management skills are required.
- Experience with food-cost control and inventory management is expected.
- Good knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations is important.
- Applicants must be willing to relocate to Al Ain.
Skills and Candidate Profile
The ideal chef will combine culinary creativity with operational discipline. The role requires someone who can maintain consistent standards during service, coach team members and manage ingredients carefully to control costs. A passion for fresh food, attention to presentation and a strong commitment to kitchen hygiene will support the café’s day-to-day operations.
Experience: At least 3 years of UAE experience as a Head Chef. Qualification: Not specified. Estimated Salary: AED 10,000–15,000 per month (estimated). Company: Confidential.
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