Head Chef - Dubai Holding Entertainment

About Dubai Holding Entertainment:

Dubai Holding Entertainment offers an impressive range of destinations and attractions that enhance the appeal and competitiveness of Dubai as an international tourism and leisure hub, with the added value of the quality of the facilities and the high standards of training, supervision, and security.

Ain Dubai, the tallest observation wheel in the world, is the jewel of the Bluewaters extraordinary and one-of-a-kind experience and is set to offer a majestic new experiential perspective from the eye in the sky across Dubai's mesmerizing skyline.

Global Village is one of the longest established tourist attractions in Dubai having opened its doors in 1997. It offers world-class cultural and family entertainment, featuring 26 international pavilions and millions of visitors every season.

As the most recent attraction within Dubai Holding Entertainment, Dubai Parks and Resorts is the Middle East's largest multi-themed leisure and entertainment destination comprising of three separate theme parks: MOTIONGATE Dubai, LEGOLAND Dubai and LEGOLAND Water Park.

Leading destinations and attractions by Dubai Holding Entertainment also include Coca-Cola Arena, the largest multipurpose indoor arena in the Middle East; Roxy Cinemas, a premiere theatre experience; and The Green Planet in City Walk, a destination that recreates a tropical forest and many more.

Dubai Holding Entertainment owns the largest radio network in the region. Arabian Radio Network (ARN) is the most dynamic multiplatform broadcaster in the UAE and is at the forefront of innovation. It provides advanced in-studio cameras, broadcasting on-air, online on smartphone apps and the Apple TV platform. ARN has ten radio stations, including Dubai Eye, Virgin Radio, Al Arabiya and Hit reaching over 200 nationalities and 4 million listeners each week in seven languages.

Building on ARN's commitment to embracing the future and being able to provide access to the best marketing platforms in the region, MPN by Dubai Holding Entertainment is a multimedia sales house, operating premium out-of-home assets, video production, event sponsorship and activations.

Job Overview:

Here's your chance to step into the role of Head Chef at Dubai Holding Entertainment. In this position, you'll take on key responsibilities that include:

As a Head Chef, you will lead all aspects of the culinary vision for the project with an eye for quality, taste, and presentation. As Head Chef, you will be performing a range of duties including planning menus, training new staff, overseeing commercial relationships, and managing inventory. In doing so, the Head Chef will provide kitchen management staff with consistently strong direction, so they can elevate the food menu to the highest dining experience possible to our guest

Key Accountabilities:

• Supporting to set up the function and role during the Pre-Opening phase. Select, train, evaluate, lead, motivate, coach, and discipline all employees in the Kitchen's cold food production area to ensure that established cultural and core standards are met. Manage all aspects of the kitchen including operational, quality, and administrative functions.
• Manage the provision of food to Food and Beverage outlets and act where necessary to ensure compliance with current legislation.
• Oversee all controls on labor and operating expenses through effective scheduling, budgeting, purchasing decisions, and inventory control.
• Reporting on a routine regular basis all aspects of Kitchen and Food and Beverage commercial performance and action plans where required
• Maintain control systems which will assure quality and portion consistency, monitor food shipments to ensure they meet established purchasing specifications as well and foster an awareness of the importance of food preparation and quality Menu engineering and development.
• Plan and develop the recipes and ensure the correct preparation and presentation of a consistent level for all food items prepared through production and demonstration.
• Assist in positive outcomes from guest queries in a timely and efficient manner.
• Ensure resources support the business needs through the effective management of working rotations.
• Support brand standards through the training and assessment of the Team.
• Manage the kitchen brigade effectively to ensure a well-organized and motivated Team.
• Control costs without compromising standards, improving gross profit margins and other departmental and financial targets.
• Assist other departments wherever necessary and maintain good working relationships.
• Comply with hotel security, fire regulations and all health and safety and food safety legislation.
• Report on maintenance, hygiene and hazard issues.
• Be environmentally aware.

Qualifications:

Bachelors in hospitality management

HACCAP PIC certification

Experience

• 5+ Years experience in similar role within a luxury environment. Ideally Pre-Opening experience, experience on setting up any related systems or structures in the role department Fine dining experience or luxury international brands
• Knowledge of current food trends
• Proficiency with computers and computer programs, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Previous working experience in Dubai or the Middle East

Skills:

• Understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures
• Excellent record of kitchen and staff management
• Accuracy and speed in handling emergency situations and providing solutions
• Familiar with industry's best practices
• Working knowledge of various computer software programs (MS Office, restaurant management software, POS)
• Taking criticism and feedback.
• Attention to details.
• Creativity.
• Teamwork oriented.
• Customer service focused.
• Adaptability to different environments, flexibility, and the ability to innovate
• Ability multi-task and meet deadlines.
• A creative approach to the production of food.

About the Benefits:

In the world of entertainment, Dubai Holding Entertainment is dedicated to nurturing the talents and well-being of our team members. Join our dynamic and diverse workforce to enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive compensation, exciting career development opportunities, and a collaborative and creative work environment. We strongly believe in empowering our workforce, as they play a pivotal role in shaping unforgettable entertainment experiences for tomorrow.

We are committed to attracting the brightest minds and nurturing the most innovative candidates who aspire to make a significant impact on the future of the entertainment industry in Dubai. At Dubai Holding Entertainment, we embrace equal opportunity and promote a discrimination-free environment where everyone's unique talents and contributions are celebrated. Join us in crafting a thrilling and extraordinary tomorrow in entertainment!