Executive Chef - Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab

About Jumeirah

About Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab

About the Job

Executive Chef

• to join
• Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab.
• The main duties and responsibilities of this role include:
• Oversee all culinary operations within the property, ensuring exceptional food quality, refined presentation standards, and a consistently elevated luxury dining experience aligned with brand expectations.
• Lead, inspire, and develop high-performing kitchen teams, fostering a culture of creativity, discipline, and excellence across chefs, cooks, and culinary support staff.
• Drive menu innovation and seasonal culinary concepts, collaborating closely with F&B leadership to create distinctive dining experiences that enhance guest satisfaction and brand reputation.
• Ensure full compliance with HACCP, food safety, hygiene, and health regulations, safeguarding the highest standards of kitchen cleanliness and operational integrity.
• Manage food cost efficiency and inventory control, optimizing procurement, supplier relationships, portioning, and waste reduction to support strong financial performance.
• Monitor culinary quality and consistency through regular inspections, tastings, and feedback analysis, continuously elevating standards and delivering memorable luxury guest experience.

About You

• The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:
• Minimum 10 years of progressive international culinary leadership experience within five-star luxury hotels or high-end standalone restaurants, with exposure to multi-outlet operations.
• Proven track record in delivering elevated fine dining and luxury guest experiences, with strong expertise in menu innovation and culinary concept development.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop high-performing kitchen teams, fostering a culture of excellence, creativity, and operational discipline.
• Strong financial and operational acumen, with hands-on experience in managing food cost control, inventory management, and profitability targets.
• Deep knowledge of HACCP, food safety, and hygiene standards, ensuring full compliance with international best practices and luxury brand requirements.
• About the Benefits
• At Jumeirah, we are dedicated to fostering a workplace where colleagues feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow.
• Our benefits package reflects this commitment by combining rewarding financial incentives, comprehensive healthcare, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

• include:
• Supportive and inclusive work environment
• Access to Learning & Development programmes and clear career pathways
• Opportunities for internal mobility within our global network
• Colleague discounts on food, beverage, and hotel stays worldwide
• Comprehensive healthcare and life insurance coverage
• Paid annual leave entitlement
• Incentive programmes aligned with leadership performance
• Competitive tax-free salary paid in UAE Dirhams (AED)