Kitchen Manager
2 weeks ago
Job Title:
Kitchen Manager / Head Chef – Specialty Coffee Café & Restaurant
Location:
Al Ain
About the Role:
We are looking for a passionate and skilled Kitchen Manager / Head Chef
with proven experience in
specialty coffee cafés and modern casual dining restaurants
. The ideal candidate will blend culinary creativity with strong operational leadership, managing daily kitchen functions while being hands-on in menu creation, food preparation, and service presentation. This role calls for someone who understands the unique synergy between
specialty coffee culture and contemporary food offerings
, ensuring guests enjoy a consistently exceptional café experience.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee and actively participate in all kitchen operations, ensuring smooth day-to-day service and adherence to hygiene, health, and safety standards.
- Plan, prepare, and execute menus that complement specialty coffee beverages and align with café-style dining trends.
- Lead and train kitchen staff to maintain consistency in food quality, taste, and presentation.
- Develop and manage food costing, inventory, and wastage control systems to optimize profitability.
- Coordinate with suppliers to source fresh, high-quality ingredients suited to a specialty café environment.
- Innovate seasonal or trend-driven dishes that enhance the café's identity and customer experience.
- Ensure documentation and reports related to production, stock, and cost control are accurately maintained.
- Collaborate closely with front-of-house and barista teams to ensure seamless service and harmonious food–coffee pairing.
- Maintain an inspiring, efficient, and collaborative kitchen culture built on teamwork and accountability.
Requirements:
- Minimum 4 years of experience as a Kitchen Manager, Head Chef, or Senior Chef
, ideally within
specialty coffee cafés, boutique restaurants, or casual dining concepts
. - Strong understanding of
menu design and coffee pairing
principles. - Proven expertise in
inventory management, cost control, and food safety compliance
(knowledge of UAE municipality standards is preferred). - Exceptional leadership and communication skills with the ability to motivate and guide a team.
- Creativity and innovation in developing menus that reflect café culture, health-conscious trends, and modern flavor profiles.
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