Job Description

About West to West Kitchen

West to West Kitchen is an award-winning, proudly homegrown UAE restaurant bringing together the flavours of

Sierra Leone, Trinidad and Jamaica

.
We don't just cook food, we share culture, create experiences, and build community.

We're expanding to

The Flavours Hub in Masdar City

, Abu Dhabi's new destination for authentic street-style dining and we're looking for a

Head Chef / Assistant Manager

to help lead this exciting new chapter.

The Role

This is a hybrid leadership role combining

culinary excellence

with

hands-on operational management

. You'll oversee kitchen operations, guide menu innovation, build strong systems, and lead a small, high-performing team across both our Masdar and Najda outlets.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain consistent food quality, flavour, presentation and speed. Train, motivate and support a 5-7-member kitchen team. Build and refine SOPs to ensure smooth daily operations. Manage ordering, inventory, portioning and cost control. Support event catering, community events and special activations. Lead recipe development in collaboration with the founders. Uphold hygiene, HACCP and safety standards at all times.

Who We're Looking For

Minimum 5 years' professional kitchen experience, including 2 years as Sous Chef or higher. Strong leadership and communication skills. Solid grasp of kitchen operations, cost control and team development. Passion for West African and/or Caribbean cuisine. Calm, proactive and solutions-focused under pressure. UAE driving licence preferred.

What We Offer

Salary:

AED 6,000 - 6,500 per month (starting), with progression up to AED 8,000 based on performance.

Benefits:

Company visa, health insurance & daily meal benefits.

Growth:

A chance to shape a rapidly growing, home-grown UAE brand.

How to Apply

This is

not a CV-only application process

; we want to get to know how you think, lead and approach your work.

To apply:

1. Email your CV to

wtowteam@gmail.com

.

2. We'll reply with a short

set of written questions

to complete.
(These questions help us understand your experience, leadership style, and passion for food.)

3. Submit your answers

by 9 November 2025

.

Early applications are strongly encouraged. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for

face-to-face interviews from 10 November 2025

in Abu Dhabi.

If you love food, leadership and teamwork, and you're ready to grow with us, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED6,000.00 - AED8,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

* Do you have at least 5 years' kitchen experience, including 2+ years as Sous Chef or higher?