Head Chef - Dhow & Anchor - Jumeirah Beach Hotel

About Jumeirah & the Hotel:

Jumeirah, a global leader in luxury hospitality and a member of Dubai Holding, operates an exceptional portfolio of 28 properties across the Middle East, Europe and Asia. 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. 

Jumeirah Beach Hotel, Dubai’s premier lifestyle and family-friendly destination, is located on Jumeirah Beach Road just 15km from the city centre and 25km from Dubai International Airport. Since its opening in 1997, this landmark property, characterised by its iconic wavelike silhouette and renowned façade, stands proudly on Dubai's most exclusive private beachfront.   

With 599 sea-facing rooms and suites and 19 private villas, Jumeirah Beach Hotel provides access to the very best leisure, health and wellness facilities for all our guests, including the award-winning Talise Spa, state-of-the-art J Club fitness and wellness centre, and Sinbad’s Kids Club, as well as extensive conference and banqueting facilities. The beach resort also boasts a wide choice of dining options, including signature outlet Bastion, recently rated as one of the top restaurants recognised in the prestigious Gault&Millau UAE Guide 2022.

About the Job

An opportunity has arisen for a Head Chef to join the Dhow & Anchor, a sporty gastropub & terrace with a hearty British spirit at Jumeirah Beach Hotel.

The main duties and responsibilities of this role include:

• Developing creative and seasonal menus that meet the restaurant's operating concept and target market needs.
• Leading a dynamic kitchen team to deliver high-quality food consistently.
• Ensuring cost-effective kitchen operations by controlling food costs and optimizing resource use.
• Maintaining high standards of kitchen hygiene, safety, and equipment maintenance in line with HACCP guidelines.
• Collaborating with the Executive Chef and Sous Chefs for accurate and timely reporting, scheduling, and recipe documentation.
• Training, coaching, and developing kitchen colleagues to foster a productive and motivated work environment.
• Monitoring market trends and analyzing competitor offerings to maintain a competitive edge.
• Liaising with the Stewarding Manager to maintain high cleanliness standards in kitchen areas.
• Conducting regular performance appraisals for the kitchen team and implementing development plans.
• Overseeing food promotions and coordinating special culinary events.

About You

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience as a Head Chef or in a senior culinary role within five-star hotels or fine dining gastro pubs/taverns in England.
• Culinary degree or equivalent professional qualifications.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and administrative skills.
• Proven ability to develop creative menus and manage food costs effectively.
• Excellent knowledge of HACCP standards and food safety regulations.
• Fluent in English, with menu development and computer proficiency.

About the Benefits:

We offer an attractive tax-free salary, paid in Dirhams (AED), the local currency of the UAE. In addition, we offer generous F&B benefits, reduced hotel rates across our properties globally, excellent leave and health care package including dental coverage, flights home, life insurance, incentive programs, and other employee benefits making the role attractive to high performers and any applicant looking for a career with one of the most luxurious brands in the hospitality industry.