Fine dining head chef - Mediterranean cuisine

Mediterranean Fine Dining Head Chef — DubaiWe are seeking an exceptionally experienced and highly qualified Mediterranean Fine Dining Head Chef to lead the culinary operation of an upcoming hospitality project in Dubai.This is a senior leadership position suited to a chef with a strong track record in Mediterranean cuisine, fine dining, kitchen management, and team leadership.Key Responsibilities* Lead and oversee all culinary operations of the restaurant.* Develop and execute a high-quality Mediterranean fine dining menu.* Maintain exceptional standards of food quality, presentation, consistency, and service.* Lead, train, and manage the kitchen brigade.* Oversee kitchen operations, food preparation, HACCP, hygiene, and safety standards.* Manage food costs, inventory, ordering, wastage, and kitchen profitability.* Work closely with management on menu development, costing, sourcing, and pre-opening preparations.* Establish and maintain professional kitchen systems and standards.* Ensure the restaurant consistently delivers an exceptional fine dining experience.Requirements* Currently based in Dubai, UAE — mandatory.* Minimum 5 years of professional experience in Dubai.* Minimum 5 years of experience as a Head Chef in fine dining.* Proven experience working with Mediterranean cuisine.* Strong leadership and kitchen management experience.* Demonstrated ability to manage a high-performing culinary team.* Excellent understanding of Mediterranean ingredients, techniques, and flavors.* Strong knowledge of food costing, menu development, kitchen systems, and quality control.* Highly professional, hands-on, organized, and capable of working in a demanding fine dining environment.ImportantPlease apply only if you meet all of the requirements above.Candidates who do not have the required Dubai experience, fine dining Head Chef experience, and Mediterranean cuisine background will not be considered.