Chef De Cuisine

Emirates Flight Catering is hiring a Chef De Cuisine in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. This role supports the organisation's high-volume aviation catering, hospitality, technology, engineering, finance, HR or operational environment, depending on the function. The successful candidate will be expected to deliver dependable results, follow established standards and collaborate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders. The position combines day-to-day execution with attention to quality, safety, service, efficiency and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead or support culinary production so food is prepared consistently to approved recipes, specifications and operational schedules.
• Monitor quality, portion size, presentation, storage and handling and correct deviations promptly.
• Plan work, allocate people and resources and maintain efficient production flow during changing operational demands.
• Coach culinary employees on recipes, processes, equipment, food safety and quality expectations.
• Control food usage, waste and production costs while maintaining required product and guest standards.
• Coordinate with senior chefs, service teams and support functions to resolve issues and deliver reliable output.

Requirements

• Education: Culinary/Hospitality qualification or equivalent professional experience
• Experience: Senior culinary leadership experience
• Core skills: Culinary leadership, menu development, food safety, production planning, quality, cost control
• Strong communication, organisation, problem-solving and teamwork skills are expected, together with the ability to work in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Candidates should be comfortable following company policies, quality procedures, safety requirements and applicable regulatory standards.

Role Expectations

The role requires a dependable and professional approach to daily responsibilities, with strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritise competing demands. The successful candidate should communicate clearly with colleagues and stakeholders, maintain accurate records, respond constructively to operational issues and contribute to a culture of safety, accountability and continuous improvement. Where the position involves specialist systems, equipment, financial information, customer service or operational controls, the employee will be expected to follow approved procedures and use relevant tools responsibly. Candidates should also be prepared to work collaboratively in a multicultural, fast-paced environment and support business requirements as operational priorities change.

Employment Details

• Company: Emirates Flight Catering
• Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
• Employment Type: Full Time
• Industry: Aviation Catering & Hospitality
• Career Level: Senior