Head Chef

Dear Candidate,

• We are seeking a Candidate for positing of Head Chef in for new Branch Abu Dhabi.
• The Head Chef is responsible for leading all kitchen operations, ensuring food quality, consistency, team management, hygiene standards, and operational efficiency.
• In An all-day environment,
• He must maintain calm leadership while balancing production, service flow, and staff performance.
• Personality Traits Leadership & Character
• **Charismatic and approachable leader** Commands respect through professionalism and example Maintains composure during stressful service periods Strong sense of accountability and ownership Solution-oriented mindset Firm on discipline while remaining fair and supportive Communication & Teamwork
• **Strong verbal and written communication skills** Communicates expectations clearly and consistently Builds trust across multicultural teams Encourages teamwork and kitchen unity Handles conflict professionally and calmly Professional Attitude Highly organized and detail-oriented Positive attitude with emotional intelligence Energetic, motivated, and performance-driven Curious and continuously seeking improvement Maintains professionalism under pressure Technical Skills
• **Strong command of hot kitchen, cold kitchen, prep, pass, and service operations** Excellent knife skills and food preparation techniques Strong understanding of kitchen workflow and timing Ability to manage high-volume service efficiently Experience supervising production and service teams Management Skills Staff scheduling and task delegation Inventory and stock management Cost and waste management.
• **Ordering and supplier coordination** Leadership through example in both behavior and performance Equipment Knowledge Ovens and deck ovens Gas burners and grill Planchas and toasters Commercial mixers and kitchen equipment Basic computer proficiency (Word, Excel, emails) Culinary Knowledge Cuisine & Production Knowledge Strong understanding of Scandinavian food culture Familiarity with European doughs and sourdough breads Familiarity with French bakery products: o Brioche o Pain de mie Knowledge of American bakery and pastry products: o Cookies o Brownies Baking & Pastry Understanding Basic pastry and baking knowledge Dough handling techniques Fermentation and proofing fundamentals
• **Food Safety & Compliance** Strong knowledge of HACCP standards Enforces hygiene and sanitation procedures Maintains food safety culture within the kitchen Ensures proper storage, labeling, and temperature control PIC Certification preferred or required **Leads by example in cleanliness and organization Ideal Professional Background** Minimum 5 years of professional kitchen experience **Minimum 3 years in leadership roles: o Sous Chef o Head Chef o Kitchen Manager** Experience in high-volume hospitality operations **Ability to manage both people and systems effectively**
• Pay: AED8,000.00 - AED12,000.00 per month