Job Description

Job Title

Senior Chef - Kitchen Manager (Healthy & Nutritious Cuisine)

Location: Abu Dhabi

Role Overview

Lead kitchen operations with a focus on healthy, nutritious menus. Manage staff, control food and labor costs, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster a kitchen culture centered on wellness and excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Kitchen & Culinary Leadership

Oversee all daily kitchen functions--including food prep, cooking, cleanliness, staff training, and development

Menu Development & Healthy Focus

Develop health-conscious, balanced menus aligned with dietary trends and nutritional standards. Monitor portion control and allergen awareness .

Food & Labor Cost Control

Manage inventory, waste, and supplier relationships. Implement food costing processes and budget forecasting to maximize profitability .

Operational Excellence

Maintain SOPs, HACCP/HSE standards, and ensure full compliance with UAE food safety regulations

Team Management

Hire, train, schedule, and evaluate kitchen staff. Foster a cooperative environment and mentor junior chefs

Performance & Reporting

Analyze food/labor budgets and P&L reports. Track key metrics and adjust processes in line with goals .

Required Qualifications & Skills

Education

Culinary diploma/degree or Hospitality Management qualification

Experience

5+ years culinary experience, with at least 2 years in a senior/kitchen manager or head chef role--preferably in high-volume, healthy food environments

Technical Abilities

o Proficient in food costing and budget forecasting

o Strong nutritional and healthy cooking knowledge

o Skilled in inventory control and waste reduction

o Familiar with MS Office and kitchen management software

Regulatory Awareness

Deep understanding of UAE food safety regulations (HACCP, FSSAI equivalents, Dubai Municipality standards)

Leadership & Soft Skills

Exceptional team leadership, communication, organization, and attention to detail .

Preferred

Experience in healthy food or wellness-focused kitchens (e.g. grab-and-go concepts) .

Certifications in HACCP, PIC3, or other quality/safety standards

Familiarity with dietary considerations (allergens, vegan/vegetarian, calorie counting) .

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED3,000.00 - AED3,500.00 per month