Head Chef

Are You Ready for a Daring Challenge with The World's Hottest Luxury Hotel Group? Disruptive by Design, FIVE Hotels and Resorts is Redefining 'FIVE-Star' Hospitality and Setting the Gold Standard across the Industry.

Join the FIVE Tribe - and Get Ready to Make Waves.

The Candidate

A Driven Self-Starter, you have Excellent Communication, Leadership and Organisational Skills. As an Astute Creative and Critical Thinker, you can Conceptualise and Implement Innovative Solutions in a Fast-Paced Environment. Not even the Smallest Detail Escapes Your Keen Eye and You Execute Tasks Proactively with Precision and Finesse. A 'Can-Do' Attitude Coupled with An Inherent Flair for Taking Ownership Makes You a Highly Motivated Go-Getter.

Your Outgoing and Approachable Nature enables you to Seamlessly Connect with other 'FIVERs' and key Stakeholders, ensuring that Their and Your Journey at FIVE is nothing short of Sensational. Joining our Culinary Team as Head Chef will Empower you to deliver Exceptional Experiences across our award-winning Lifestyle Destinations. Jump on Board and Unlock your Potential in a Buzzing Environment that will take your Career to New Heights

What We're Looking For

• A Culinary Degree or equivalent experience in a similar role is preferred.
• A proven track record of 3-5 years as a Head Chef in a high-volume Luxury Hotel environment, delivering Sensational Experiences synonymous with FIVE's Award-Winning Service Quality.
• Extensive Knowledge of Greek Cuisine.
• Impeccable Communication Skills, both verbal and written, with fluency in English (Additional languages such as Arabic, German, Italian, French, Spanish, Russian or Mandarin are a Plus).
• Previous experience in Forbes or Leading Quality Assurance (LQA)-Rated properties will be Advantageous, demonstrating a Strong Commitment to Luxury Service Standards and Processes.
• Next-Level Organisational and Leadership skills, effectively leading and inspiring the FIVE Tribe to New Heights.
• Exceptional Time Management and Multi-Tasking skills to oversee a busy kitchen and deliver a 'FIVE-Star' Experience for our guests.
• Extraordinary Creativity and Deep-Seated Passion for the culinary arts, brought to life through Ingenious Dishes and Outstanding Presentation.
• Comprehensive knowledge of HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) principles and practices, and a thorough understanding of Health and Safety Regulations, Food Hygiene Standards, and Best Practices in Restaurant Operations.
• A Meticulous Eye for Detail, ensuring every aspect of Food Quality and Presentation is perfectly curated.
• Superior Problem-Solving Skills and the competence to Exceed Expectations in dynamic and competitive operational environments.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to engage effectively with Guests, FIVE Tribe Members, and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Assists the Executive Chef in Supervising the day-to-day Culinary Operations at FIVE's world-class Venues and ensures 'FIVE-Star' food Quality, Presentation, and Consistency.
• Conducts Meetings with the Culinary Teams to discuss the Chef's Directives, fostering a sensational behind-the-scenes 'Vibe at FIVE' and Resolving Operational Matters.
• Establishes bespoke Culinary Standards for specialty kitchens and banqueting, ensuring exquisite Menus that Push the Boundaries.
• Plans and Curates Menus, crafting hand-crafted Recipes for food tasting sessions approved by the Executive Chef or Executive Sous Chef.
• Inspects Food Stores and Refrigerated areas meticulously four times daily, recommending storage methods to meet Health and Safety Regulations.
• Monitors spoilage to ensure an effective turnover of food items, promptly Reporting any Updates to the Executive Chef or Executive Sous Chef.
• Supervises the Daily Food Preparation to maintain top-notch Food Quality, appropriate Quantities, and remarkable Inventory Control.
• Manages the Hot Plate during service periods, embodying a 'FIVE-Styled' Approach to Food Presentation and Quality aligned with FIVE's Industry-Leading Standards.
• Conducts Comprehensive Training on kitchen equipment, empowering Fellow 'FIVERs' to perform at the highest level, ensuring their professional Growth and Well-being.
• Develops Internal Processes to guarantee Consistent Culinary Excellence, providing cutting-edge tools for Seamless Implementation within the kitchen.
• Stays abreast of market trends, Pioneering Insta-Worthy Dining Experiences, staying ahead of the industry with disruptive techniques and visionary culinary expertise.
• Collaborates with the Purchasing Department to ensure a lavishly curated Selection of Top-Quality Ingredients.
• Fosters a Positive and Inclusive work environment, addresses any Staff Concerns or Performance Matters effectively, and maintains the Integrity of our FIVE Tribe.
• Ensures exquisite Personal Hygiene practices among Fellow 'FIVERs.'
• Oversees the Daily Logbook, swiftly addressing and reporting Complaints, ensuring Completion of Operational Directives.
• Maintains Meticulous Documentation, cultivating an award-winning Culture of Control through comprehensive Records and Checklists.
• Ensures Strict Adherence to Dubai municipality and HACCP Regulations, showcasing industry-leading Compliance and readiness for Hygiene Audits at any moment.

The Team

'FIVERs' are Cultured yet Chic, Confident yet Self-Effacing, and Work Hard to Play even Harder. As a FIVE Tribe Member, you'll Personify the distinct 'Vibe at FIVE' and apply it to create Insta-Perfect Experiences for our Guests that keeps them Coming Back for More. If you Dream of being surrounded by Like-Minded Individuals who share your Passion for Delivering Unforgettable Moments that last a Lifetime - then Look No Further and Unleash your Next-Level Potential.

FIVE is a leader in Sustainable Luxury Living and Hospitality, with its UAE-based Destinations being the first and only Hotels in the UAE to obtain the International Renewable Energy Certificates (I-REC) for achieving 100% renewable electricity for 2022. The company's Science-Meets-Styled 'Sustainable Indulgence' Ethos has led to a completely LEED Platinum-certified operational hospitality portfolio. FIVE Palm Jumeirah and FIVE Jumeirah Village are also 3 Star SPIRE Rated Smart Buildings. FIVE Zurich, the only LEED Platinum hotel in Switzerland, achieved an impressive 84 Points under LEED v4's BD+C and ID+C rating system, making it one of just five hotels worldwide to receive Platinum Certification. FIVE illustrates its Commitment to making 'Sustainability without Compromise on Luxury Living' central to its Future Vision, with FIVE LUXE already on track to acquire LEED Platinum (BD+C). These Achievements highlight FIVE's Comprehensive and Committed Scope of Sustainability Strategy permeating Operations, Governance and Community.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

The FIVE Tribe represents over 70 nationalities across its over 1500 'FIVERs.' FIVE is Committed to Hiring a Diverse and Inclusive Workforce as an Equal-Opportunity Employer. Accordingly, FIVE does not discriminate based on disability, race, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion or belief, nationality, marital status, or any other basis protected under national or local laws. Ranked 10th on the Great Workplaces in the UAE 2023 list of Large Organisations, the FIVE Tribe is more than a group of people working together - it is a Family bonded by common Values and Goals, Celebrating People, Culture and Diversity.

About FIVE Hotels and Resorts

FIVE Hotels and Resorts prides itself on being Disruptively Different and Daringly Unique. Our Growing Portfolio of Lavish Destinations are the epitome of Glamour and Experiential Luxury, and currently consists of FIVE Palm Jumeirah, FIVE Jumeirah Village, FIVE Zurich and FIVE LUXE. Joining our Exceptional FIVE Tribe means you are part of a team who Breaks Boundaries and offers Unbeatable Next-Level Experiences at FIVE's award-winning Hotels, Dining Concepts, and 360-Degree Immersive Nightlife Venues. As part of the Accomplished FIVE Tribe, you will be part of a group of High Achievers who Fearlessly Challenge Conventions on a Global Stage.