Executive Chef – InstaChef, Dubai Full Time

Job Description:

InstaChef Dubai is looking for an accomplished and creative Executive Chef to lead our kitchen operations and elevate our culinary offerings. This role requires a passionate culinary professional with a flair for innovation, a strong sense of quality, and excellent leadership skills.

As Executive Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of kitchen management, from menu design to food preparation and presentation. You will create diverse, flavorful menus that combine contemporary trends with classic techniques, catering to a wide range of client preferences. Ensuring high standards of taste, quality, and consistency in every dish will be central to your role.

You will manage kitchen staff, including sous chefs, line cooks, and support personnel, fostering a positive, collaborative, and efficient work environment. Mentoring and training the team to achieve excellence will be a key responsibility. Additionally, you will supervise inventory management, source high-quality ingredients, and optimize costs without compromising on standards.

Compliance with all health, safety, and hygiene regulations is essential, and you will ensure the kitchen remains organized, clean, and fully operational at all times. Collaborating with suppliers, planning production schedules, and monitoring kitchen budgets will also be part of your responsibilities.

The ideal candidate will have strong organizational and communication skills, be able to work effectively under pressure, and have a genuine passion for delivering exceptional culinary experiences. Prior experience as an Executive Chef or Head Chef in Dubai or in high-end international kitchens will be highly valued.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef or senior culinary role
• Expertise in menu creation, food preparation, and kitchen management
• Strong leadership, team mentoring, and communication skills
• Deep understanding of food safety, hygiene, and operational best practices
• Ability to innovate while maintaining consistency and high-quality standards

Salary: AED 18,000 – 25,000 per month (depending on experience)