Job Description

Chef de Cuisine - Marriott International - Dubai, UAE
Position Overview
The Chef de Cuisine role at Marriott International Dubai leads kitchen operations at Le Meridien Dubai Hotel and Conference Centre, ensuring high culinary standards, strong team leadership, and consistent guest satisfaction. This management position combines hands-on culinary expertise with operational, financial, and people management responsibilities across multiple food service outlets.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Dubai
Industry: Hospitality
Function: Chef/Culinary/Kitchen Management
Salary: 14000-20000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee day-to-day kitchen operations across all food preparation and support areas
• Personally perform culinary tasks while guiding and supervising kitchen teams
• Ensure consistent delivery of high-quality food products across banquets, restaurants, room service, lounges, and staff dining
• Direct, coach, and develop kitchen staff, setting performance standards and monitoring results
• Ensure full compliance with food safety, hygiene, sanitation, and brand standards
• Manage food cost, supplies, uniforms, and equipment within approved budgets
• Participate in budgeting and financial planning for assigned culinary operations
• Develop and maintain purchasing, receiving, and food storage control procedures
• Guide menu development, food presentation, and decorative displays
• Monitor raw and cooked food quality to ensure taste, presentation, and consistency standards
• Ensure correct food handling, storage temperatures, and sanitation certifications are maintained
• Support exceptional guest service by addressing feedback, resolving complaints, and enhancing dining experiences
• Interact with guests to gather feedback on food quality and service levels
• Train kitchen associates on cooking techniques, equipment use, and presentation standards
• Manage staffing levels to meet operational, service, and financial objectives
• Conduct performance appraisals, coaching, and progressive discipline in line with company procedures
• Promote a collaborative, fair, and respectful workplace culture
• Analyze operational data to identify improvements and solve kitchen-related challenges

Ideal Profile

• High school diploma or equivalent with at least six years of experience in culinary or food and beverage operations
• Or a two-year degree in culinary arts or hotel and restaurant management with at least four years of relevant experience
• Proven leadership experience in a hotel or large-scale food service environment
• Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation standards, and kitchen operations
• Ability to manage teams, budgets, and service quality simultaneously
• Creative approach to menu development and food presentation
• Strong communication, coaching, and organizational skills

Why Join Us

• Senior culinary leadership role within an internationally recognized hospitality brand
• Opportunity to shape dining experiences across a major Dubai hotel and conference destination
• Access to training, development, and global career mobility within Marriott International
• Inclusive and supportive workplace culture focused on professional growth

About the Company
Marriott International is a global hospitality leader with a diverse portfolio of hotel brands worldwide. Le Meridien Dubai Hotel and Conference Centre blends timeless European-inspired hospitality with modern service excellence. Through a strong focus on culinary quality, associate development, and guest satisfaction, Marriott International continues to offer rewarding career opportunities within world-class hospitality environments.
Job Title Chef de Cuisine - Marriott International - Dubai, UAE
Chef de Cuisine - Marriott International - Dubai, UAE
Position Overview
The Chef de Cuisine role at Marriott International Dubai leads kitchen operations at Le Meridien Dubai Hotel and Conference Centre, ensuring high culinary standards, strong team leadership, and consistent guest satisfaction. This management position combines hands-on culinary expertise with operational, financial, and people management responsibilities across multiple food service outlets.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Dubai
Industry: Hospitality
Function: Chef/Culinary/Kitchen Management
Salary: 14000-20000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee day-to-day kitchen operations across all food preparation and support areas
• Personally perform culinary tasks while guiding and supervising kitchen teams
• Ensure consistent delivery of high-quality food products across banquets, restaurants, room service, lounges, and staff dining
• Direct, coach, and develop kitchen staff, setting performance standards and monitoring results
• Ensure full compliance with food safety, hygiene, sanitation, and brand standards
• Manage food cost, supplies, uniforms, and equipment within approved budgets
• Participate in budgeting and financial planning for assigned culinary operations
• Develop and maintain purchasing, receiving, and food storage control procedures
• Guide menu development, food presentation, and decorative displays
• Monitor raw and cooked food quality to ensure taste, presentation, and consistency standards
• Ensure correct food handling, storage temperatures, and sanitation certifications are maintained
• Support exceptional guest service by addressing feedback, resolving complaints, and enhancing dining experiences
• Interact with guests to gather feedback on food quality and service levels
• Train kitchen associates on cooking techniques, equipment use, and presentation standards
• Manage staffing levels to meet operational, service, and financial objectives
• Conduct performance appraisals, coaching, and progressive discipline in line with company procedures
• Promote a collaborative, fair, and respectful workplace culture
• Analyze operational data to identify improvements and solve kitchen-related challenges

Ideal Profile

• High school diploma or equivalent with at least six years of experience in culinary or food and beverage operations
• Or a two-year degree in culinary arts or hotel and restaurant management with at least four years of relevant experience
• Proven leadership experience in a hotel or large-scale food service environment
• Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation standards, and kitchen operations
• Ability to manage teams, budgets, and service quality simultaneously
• Creative approach to menu development and food presentation
• Strong communication, coaching, and organizational skills

Why Join Us

• Senior culinary leadership role within an internationally recognized hospitality brand
• Opportunity to shape dining experiences across a major Dubai hotel and conference destination
• Access to training, development, and global career mobility within Marriott International
• Inclusive and supportive workplace culture focused on professional growth

About the Company
Marriott International is a global hospitality leader with a diverse portfolio of hotel brands worldwide. Le Meridien Dubai Hotel and Conference Centre blends timeless European-inspired hospitality with modern service excellence. Through a strong focus on culinary quality, associate development, and guest satisfaction, Marriott International continues to offer rewarding career opportunities within world-class hospitality environments.
Post Details
Job Start Date
Salary from 14000.00
Salary to 20000.00
Number of Vacancies 1
Location -
Location City Dubai
Desired Candidate's Profile
Gender No Preference
Nationality
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Skills Required