Chef de Cuisine (Mediterranean Speciality) - Saadiyat Beach Club

About Us

At Aldar Hospitality, we're not just about places; we're about experiences. Each property in our diverse portfolio from the serene beaches to the bustling cityscapes is more than an asset; it's a destination where luxury and hospitality converge. Our commitment to excellence is the cornerstone of what we offer, promising a vibrant, energetic workplace that's as dynamic as the experiences we provide for our guests.

Imagine a career where luxury and ambition intersectthis is the opportunity that awaits at Aldar Hospitality's Leisure Cluster. Our prestigious properties, including the revered Nurai Island Resort, and the exclusive Saadiyat Beach Club and Beaches, are not only landmarks of luxury but also beacons for career growth and excellence. We're in the business of creating career-defining moments for our team, by fostering an environment that celebrates diversity and innovation. As we sculpt the future of hospitality, we invite you to bring your unique talents to our collective table, where every role is integral to our five-star guest experience and your professional development.

At Aldar Hospitality, we are more than a team; we are a mosaic of cultures, united in our mission to deliver extraordinary guest experiences. With over 3000 professionals and 75 nationalities across our hotels and leisure assets, we celebrate diversity as the key to our vibrant and innovative community. Join us and be part of a culture where every connection is an opportunity to thrive, and every encounter is a step towards excellence in hospitality.

For more information about our extensive portfolio of hotels and leisure destinations check out our website at https://aldarhospitality.com/

About the Job

An opportunity has risen at Saadiyat Beach Club for Chef de Cuisine (Mediterranean Speciality). To produce a consistent, high-quality product. To supervise and ensure courteous, professional, efficient, and flexible service consistent with the Company's Standards Policies & Procedures to maximize guest satisfaction.

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

• Manages all activities in own kitchen, including production, stewarding and management of food production staff.
• Maximises guest satisfaction by providing the highest food quality consistent with cost control and profitability margins of the hotel kitchen.
• Assures adherence to hotel standards of food quality, preparation, recipes, and presentation.
• Assures proper staffing and adequate supplies for all stations.
• Oversees all food production related areas.
• Co-ordinates activities, times and communicates priorities to ensure correct preparation, and delivery time to provide food for functions, a la carte, groups, breakfast, and rooms service.
• Maintains product consistency by conducting inspections of seasonings, portions, and food appearance, and follows-up appropriately.
• Oversees inventory expense of all food supplies.
• Control and order all fresh products and dry storage items required by kitchen and related departments to ensure correct quality and par stock.
• Monitors and facilitates communication between kitchen production and service staff.
• Assures proper safety, hygiene, and sanitation practices are followed.
• Co-ordinates operation of kitchen with other food and beverage departments.
• Ensures readiness and compliance in case of last-minute changes to reservations.
• Ensures that prices and portions are offered in accordance with food and beverage profit objectives.

About you

• Caring, positive attitude towards guests and colleagues.
• Hospitality mindset.
• Upholds professional values, ethics, and standards of integrity.
• Have a strong eye for detail.
• Good level of English.
• Genuine interest in helping guests.
• Must possess high levels of integrity and maturity.
• Ability to work on weekendsshifts.

Have what it takes to join our team

The ideal candidate for this position will display the following attributes:

• Culinary Arts, Professional Cookery, or Hospitality Management Degree.
• Previous leadership - Sous Chef, or Head Chef experience.
• Excellent food safety and health regulations knowledge.
• Familiarity with restaurant management and service software.
• Excellent organization and communication skills.
• Stocktaking and inventory management experience.
• Standalone restaurant experience managing a caf, bistro, Brasserie or a gastro pub
• Prefer European nationality, culinary experience and exposure

About the Benefits

We offer a competitive tax-free salary, paid in Dirhams (AED), the local currency of the UAE. In addition, we offer attractive benefits, leave, flights home , health insurance package and life insurance, as well as exciting learning and development and career progression opportunities.