Executive Chef
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Executive Chef

About the job

Executive Chef The Executive Chef manages and drives the Kitchen and Stewarding operations in a highly efficient, effective and compliant manner while being a trusted leader and mentor to the team and focusing constantly on exceeding our guests' high expectations and generating maximum profit.  Emerald Palace Kempinski Dubai  Inspired by palaces of Continental Europe, Emerald Palace Kempinski Dubai is a five-star luxury beach resort dedicated to the finest elements of life. Guests are welcome to immerse in an elegantly curated stay, dining and leisure experiences at this landmark destination on Palm Jumeirah, and discover Dubai’s iconic palace by the sea. With its opening in 2018, the hotel’s classical design will complement the Kempinski Hotel & Residences Palm Jumeirah, which has been developed in the same architectural style and is located on the adjacent plot. Key Responsibilities:
  • Manage all functions of the Food Production and Stewarding operations to achieve the optimum departmental profit.
  • Work closely with the Director of Food & Beverage with regards to the annual budget plan preparation and implementation.
  • Participate in the creation and successful implementation of the hotel's revenue plan and marketing programs. 
  • Responsible for departmental Profit & Loss management.
  • Train, guide and mentor team members, ensuring a highly engaged working environment at all times.

About you

Desired Skills & Qualifications:

  • Gastronomic education certificate or equivalent (apprenticeship/diploma/BA)
  • Minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar management role, preferably in the luxury hospitality environment.
  • International experience is preferred
  • Banqueting experience is preferred
  • English - excellent oral and written skills
  • Additional language(s) - beneficial
  • Outstanding knowledge of food safety regulations
  • Passionate for Food & Beverage 
  • Ability to effectively manage a team
  • Ability to work independently, thrive under pressure in challenging circumstances and come up with proactive, rational solutions
  • Ability to establish and retain effective working relationships with colleagues and clients / vendors
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills
  • Be knowledgeable of sales, marketing & promotional practices
  • Ability to operate computer and office equipment
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office

 

About Kempinski 

Hoteliers since 1897, we have traveled the world in search of the most fascinating destinations without ever forgetting the finest traditions of our European heritage. We are dedicated to please and educated to entertain. We never compromise on the European elegance of service and this, blended with our cultural empathy, allows us to deliver incredible experiences in truly original destinations. We pride ourselves on delivering a beautiful performance for each and every one of our guests. And for our employees, we provide a stage on which they can flourish and realise their full potential. 

Embrace an experience as individual as you are!

The company

Situated on the world’s largest man-made island, Palm Jumeirah -- an iconic landmark and one of the most prestigious address in Dubai, Kempinski Hotel & Residences Palm Jumeirah is a luxury all-suite family resort that combines stylish, opulent living with unparalleled personal service, providing our guests with unforgettable experiences inspired by our proud European heritage.

Comprising of 244 luxurious suites, penthouses and villas, three restaurants and bars, a 1,200 sqm temperature-controlled outdoor pool with whirlpool loungers, a dedicated shaded pool for children, a supervised kids club, a 24-hour fitness centre, 500 metres of private beach and 5-acre lush gardens, the resort enjoys year-round sunshine and abundance of open-air spaces -- simply the perfect island sanctuary for you and your loved ones.

Guests can also enjoy a range of water sports, such as scuba diving, snorkelling, sailing, surfing yacht and fishing trips in the Arabian Gulf as well as children’s activities.

Last, but not least, the hotel also avails of first-class business and conferencing facilities, making it attractive not only to leisure travellers, but corporates and business travellers alike.

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Executive Chef

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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