Head Chef - Upmarket Steakhouse (Global Hotel Group)

Join one of Dubai’s most acclaimed upmarket steakhouses, known for its sophisticated ambiance, impeccable service, and world-class culinary execution. The restaurant offers a refined dining experience centred on premium cuts and innovative grill techniques, combining international standards with an elegant local touch. This is an opportunity to lead a high-performing kitchen team in a venue that celebrates craftsmanship, creativity, and consistency at the highest level.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations with full accountability for quality, consistency, and efficiency.
• Oversee butchery, dry-aging, and precise meat preparation to exacting standards.
• Design and execute menu concepts showcasing premium cuts and contemporary steakhouse dishes.
• Manage kitchen budgets, supplier relationships, and inventory control.
• Train and mentor a multicultural team to ensure top-tier performance and adherence to hygiene and safety standards.
• Collaborate with management to develop seasonal offerings and maintain brand identity.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in luxury or fine dining steakhouses, including at least 3 years as Head Chef.

• Expert-level proficiency in butchery and meat aging.
• Proven leadership skills and experience managing a large brigade.
• Fluent in English; additional languages advantageous.
• Strong understanding of HACCP and international food safety standards.
• Candidates currently in or outside the UAE are welcome to apply.

Benefits

• AED 30,000/month (tax-free).

• Eligible for gratuities and service charge.
• Annual flight ticket (every 12 months).
• Five-day work week.
• Full medical insurance.
• Live-out arrangement.

Additional Information

Flights, visa costs, and medical tests are covered by the company.

We appreciate your interest in this vacancy. Due to the high number of applications we receive, only candidates selected to move to the next stage of the recruitment process can be contacted.

Radiant does not charge any fee to candidates—all costs are always covered by the client.