Specialty Chef – Food & Beverage

About the role

We are looking for a Specialty Chef to join our Food & Beverage team at a luxury hotel in Dubai. The role involves preparing, cooking, and presenting high‑quality dishes while maintaining strict food safety and service standards.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients by portioning, chopping, weighing, measuring and storing food.
• Thaw frozen items, follow recipes, and cook dishes to established quality and presentation standards.
• Monitor food quality, test doneness by tasting, smelling or piercing, and ensure proper portioning and garnish.
• Serve dishes in appropriate portions and receptacles, and maintain a clean, sanitized kitchen environment.
• Check and record appliance and food temperatures, and report any non‑conforming products.
• Follow all company, safety and security policies, and maintain a professional uniform and appearance.
• Communicate with the team and management, especially during busy periods, to ensure smooth operations.

Required profile

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant culinary experience.
• Ability to stand, walk or sit for extended periods and lift objects up to 10 lb.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to food safety standards.

Required skills

• Food preparation
• Cooking
• Food safety

What we offer

• Opportunity to work in a prestigious international hotel brand.
• Full‑time schedule with potential for career growth.