Chef De Cuisine

Shangri-La Group is looking for an experienced Chef De Cuisine to lead the culinary operation of an All-Day Dining restaurant at Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi. The role is responsible for maintaining high standards of food quality, presentation, consistency and guest satisfaction while ensuring that the kitchen operates efficiently and within agreed financial and food-safety targets.

The Chef De Cuisine will work closely with the Executive Chef and Food & Beverage leadership to develop menus, recipes and buffet concepts that appeal to a diverse international guest profile. The position also provides hands-on leadership to the culinary team, with responsibility for training, productivity, food cost, inventory, purchasing, wastage and compliance with HACCP and hotel standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily culinary production and service for the All-Day Dining restaurant.
• Develop menus, recipes, buffet concepts and food presentations that meet hotel and guest expectations.
• Supervise, coach, motivate and develop chefs and kitchen colleagues while maintaining effective staffing levels.
• Monitor food costs, portion control, purchasing, stock levels and wastage against departmental targets.
• Maintain consistent quality, taste, presentation and portion standards during all service periods.
• Ensure strict compliance with HACCP, food safety, hygiene, sanitation and hotel operating procedures.
• Coordinate with the Executive Chef, restaurant management and F&B teams to improve service and operational efficiency.
• Support kitchen budgeting, planning, forecasting and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Professional culinary qualification or equivalent practical training.
• Strong experience in international or multicultural cuisine, preferably within a luxury hotel or high-volume All-Day Dining operation.
• Proven knowledge of menu planning, recipe development, food presentation and kitchen cost control.
• Strong leadership and people-development skills.
• Good understanding of HACCP, hygiene and food-safety requirements.
• Creative, organized and quality-focused approach with strong communication skills.

Employment Details

• Company: Shangri-La Group
• Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
• Employment Type: Full Time
• Industry: Luxury Hospitality & Food & Beverage