Kitchen Manager / Head Chef
Role Overview
Lead production and restaurant kitchen operations at Yaba Arzaz in Al Khawaneej 2, Dubai.
The Production Sous Chef and Operations Sous Chef report to this role.
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Role overview
Lead production and restaurant kitchen operations at Yaba Arzaz in Al Khawaneej 2, Dubai.
The Production Sous Chef and Operations Sous Chef report to this role.
Compensation
- Salary is AED 12,000 per month.
Employment
- The position is full-time.
Responsibilities
- Direct production planning and live-service kitchen operations.
- Supervise both sous chefs and develop kitchen staff.
- Maintain recipe consistency, food quality, portioning, and presentation.
- Control food costs, purchasing needs, stock, yields, and waste.
- Oversee food safety, storage, hygiene, and equipment readiness.
- Coordinate with the General Manager and floor team.
Requirements
- Proven kitchen management or head chef experience across preparation and live service.
- Strong hands-on cooking, team leadership, and cost-control skills.
- Ability to manage production planning, service delivery, and food safety.
- Iraqi or Middle Eastern cuisine experience is an advantage.
Workplace
- Work location is in person at Yaba Arzaz, Al Khawaneej 2, Dubai.
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