Chef De Cuisine – Pan‑Asian at Buddha Bar

About the role

The Luxury Collection is seeking a Chef De Cuisine to lead the Pan‑Asian kitchen at Buddha Bar in Dubai. You will be accountable for daily kitchen operations, ensuring high‑quality food, guest satisfaction and adherence to budgetary targets.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a full range of Pan‑Asian dishes for regular service and special events, maintaining consistent quality and presentation.
• Supervise all kitchen areas, enforce food‑handling, sanitation and storage standards, and manage equipment maintenance.
• Develop new menus and recipes, incorporating brand standards and creative culinary concepts.
• Lead, coach and schedule kitchen staff, conduct performance reviews and ensure a safe, collaborative work environment.
• Monitor purchasing, inventory, portion control and waste management, implementing environmentally friendly processes.

Required profile

• High school diploma or GED with at least 4 years of culinary experience, or a 2‑year degree in Culinary Arts/Hotel Management with 2 years experience.
• Proven ability to manage kitchen operations, budgets and staff while delivering exceptional food quality.

Required skills

• Food handling and sanitation standards
• Food storage standards
• Culinary Arts
• Energy use and waste management