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About Jumeirah:
Jumeirah, a global leader in luxury hospitality and a member of Dubai Holding, operates an exceptional portfolio of 31 properties, including 33 signature F&B restaurants, across the Middle East, Europe, Asia and Africa. In 1999, Jumeirah changed the face of luxury hospitality with the opening of the iconic Jumeirah Burj Al Arab and the brand is now renowned worldwide for its distinguished beachfront resorts, esteemed city hotels and luxury residences. From the contemporary Maldivian island paradise at Jumeirah Olhahali Island to the art-inspired Jumeirah Capri Palace in Italy and the modern twist on a British classic at Jumeirah Carlton Tower in London, the brand has become synonymous with warm and generous service and the ability to craft distinctive and purposeful experiences that bring joy to guests from across the world.

About the Job:
An opportunity has arisen for an Executive Chef to join our Culinary Team at Jumeirah Red Sea. The main duties and responsibilities of this role include:

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the kitchen, including food preparation, cooking, and presentation, ensuring quality and consistency in all dishes served.
• Lead and manage kitchen staff, including chefs, cooks, and kitchen assistants, by providing guidance, training, and motivation to maintain high levels of productivity and morale.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards and regulations, implementing proper hygiene practices, sanitation procedures, and HACCP principles to prevent foodborne illnesses and maintain cleanliness in the kitchen.
• Manage food inventory levels, monitor stock rotation, and control food costs by minimizing waste, optimizing portion sizes, and implementing effective inventory control systems.
• Establish and maintain relationships with food suppliers and vendors to ensure the availability of high-quality ingredients, negotiate favorable terms, and manage procurement processes to support kitchen operations.
• Conduct menu costing analysis to determine food costs and pricing strategies, develop budget plans, and monitor expenses to achieve financial targets and profitability goals.

About You:
The ideal candidate brings over 10 years of international experience within five-star hotels and restaurants, with a strong foundation in luxury service environments. They should demonstrate advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, recognize strong leadership and team management skills, be highly organized and detail-oriented, and possess effective project management capabilities. Problem-solving and creative thinking skills are essential to consistently deliver innovative solutions and enhance operational efficiency.

About the Benefits:
Besides generous F&B benefits and reduced hotel rates across our hotels globally, this role has excellent employee benefits making the role attractive to high performers and any applicant who likes to associate themselves with one of the most luxurious brands in the hospitality industry.