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Dubai Holding Executive Chef - Food & Beverage Culinary - Jumeirah Olhahali Island Maldives in Male, Maldives
About Jumeirah & the Hotel:
Jumeirah, a global leader in luxury hospitality and a member of Dubai Holding, operates an exceptional portfolio of 31 properties, including 33 signature F&B restaurants, across the Middle East, Europe, Asia and Africa. In 1999, Jumeirah changed the face of luxury hospitality with the opening of the iconic Jumeirah Burj Al Arab and the brand is now renowned worldwide for its distinguished beachfront resorts, esteemed city hotels and luxury residences. From the contemporary Maldivian island paradise at Jumeirah Olhahali Island to the art-inspired Jumeirah Capri Palace in Italy and the modern twist on a British classic at Jumeirah Carlton Tower in London, the brand has become synonymous with warm and generous service and the ability to craft distinctive and purposeful experiences that bring joy to guests from across the world.
Nestled amidst the crystal-clear waters of the Maldives, Jumeirah Olhahali Island is a luxurious haven for travellers seeking a tranquil escape. Surrounded by a breathtaking natural landscape, the resort offers 67 beach and over-water villas, each designed with a contemporary style. The resort comprises of specially curated wellness and leisure experiences, and an exceptional dining offering with; six distinct restaurants and bars serving exquisite dishes and unparalleled views of the ocean; Talise Spa offering a range of bespoke treatments and rituals inspired by the island's natural beauty; and the resort's extensive leisure facilities, including an infinity pool, a fitness centre, and a variety of water sports.
About the Role:
An opportunity has arisen for an Executive Chef to join Jumeirah Olhahali Island . The main duties and responsibilities of this role:
Oversee kitchen operations, leading a team of chefs and kitchen staff, ensuring a collaborative, efficient, and high-performance work environment.
Build strong interdepartmental relationships through regular interaction and collaboration to support efficient and cohesive outlet operations.
Support menu planning and recipe standardization to deliver consistent food quality that meets guest expectations and aligns with market trends.
Supervise food quality across all outlets, special events, recommending modern methods, improved equipment, and enhanced presentation to boost guest satisfaction. Drives exceptional guests experience by curating personalised and bespoke dining experiences.
Ensure enforcement of safety, hygiene, and fire prevention procedures while promoting a clean and secure kitchen environment.
Contribute creatively to initiatives that enhance the hotel's culinary image and fulfill additional duties as requested by management.
About you:
The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:
10 years of international five-star hotel and restaurant experience, including managing large multi-outlet venues and progressing through various culinary roles.
Diploma or equivalent in Catering/Hotel Management with strong IT proficiency in Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Skilled in international and Asian cuisines.
High-level competencies in senior-level negotiation, standardized recipe/menu development, and planning food promotions.
About the benefits:
Besides generous F&B benefits and reduced hotel rates across our hotels globally, this role has excellent employee benefits making the role attractive to high performers and any applicant who like to associate her/himself with one of the most luxurious brand in the hospitality industry. This includes a competitive salary and package, excellent training and development opportunities, uniform, laundry services, meals.