Head Chef Turkish Cuisine
SIHAMCO · Dubai
On-site · DubaiFull TimeSenior, LeadFinance & Banking
No salary statedPosted 9 hours ago9h agoApply link checked 1 hour ago
Why we think you can apply
- Employer country
- United Arab Emirates · Dubai
- Hiring model
- UAE-based role · the employer hires in the UAE
- Work from
- Dubai · on-site
- Time-zone overlap
- Gulf Standard Time · none needed
Posted 9 hours ago · apply link checked 1 hour ago
About the role
Responsibilities
- Lead the culinary vision and execution of the Turkish fine-dining concept
- Develop sophisticated menus inspired by Turkey's rich culinary heritage and regional diversity
- Create signature dishes combining traditional Turkish flavours with modern culinary approaches
- Develop recipes, specifications, plating standards, and portion controls
- Lead all culinary aspects of the restaurant pre-opening, including SOPs and kitchen design support
- Recruit, train, and structure the opening kitchen brigade
- Manage day-to-day kitchen operations and lead a multicultural culinary brigade
- Ensure full compliance with food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards
- Take ownership of kitchen food cost, yields, waste, and stock levels
- Mentor junior chefs and develop internal culinary talent
Requirements
- 5–8+ years of professional culinary experience in senior roles (Head Chef, Executive Sous Chef)
- Strong and demonstrable experience in Turkish cuisine
- Previous experience within fine dining, luxury hospitality, or premium restaurant environments
- Deep knowledge of Turkish culinary traditions, regional cuisines, and ingredients
- Strong knowledge of food costing, yield management, and menu engineering
- Proven ability to recruit and lead a multicultural kitchen brigade
- Excellent knowledge of HACCP, food safety, and hygiene standards
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Benefits
- Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards
- Health insurance, accommodation provided, and transportation allowance
- Career development and internal promotion opportunities
- Exposure to high-end hospitality and premium events within Riyadh Season
- Creative and collaborative work culture
About the Company
SIHAMCO is a strategic partner operating under the General Entertainment Authority (GEA) and Riyadh Season. Since 2008, they have been designing, constructing, and operating exceptional homegrown Saudi hospitality and entertainment concepts that blend local authenticity with global standards.
What we look for
- 5-8+ years culinary experience
- Expertise in Turkish cuisine
- Fine dining or luxury hospitality background
- Knowledge of food costing and HACCP
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