Specialty Chef
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Miral Experiences is hiring a Specialty Chef to lead a busy kitchen in its Abu Dhabi venues, ensuring smooth F&B operations, consistent quality, and strict HACCP compliance while mentoring staff and delivering memorable guest experiences. You will set culinary standards, develop menus that use seasonal ingredients, manage inventory, and supervise shifts to meet KPIs and safety guidelines. Essential qualifications include specializing in a specific outlet, 1–2 years in a similar role or 4 years in a five star hotel, strong English, leadership and problem solving skills, and desirable multi language ability and formal chef training. To apply, tailor your CV to highlight relevant cuisine expertise, leadership impact, and concrete results, and follow the posted application steps.
Join us at Miral Experiences!
Miral Experiences is a region’s leader in the management and operation of world-class, award-winning immersive attractions and experiences across Abu Dhabi. Our diverse portfolio includes some of the most iconic entertainment and leisure destinations, including Ferrari World Yas Island Abu Dhabi, Yas Waterworld Yas Island Abu Dhabi, Warner Bros. World™ Yas Island Abu Dhabi, SeaWorld Yas Island Abu Dhabi, CLYMB™ Yas Island Abu Dhabi, and TeamLab. Phenomena Abu Dhabi, and CLYMB™ Abu Dhabi, as well as cultural treasures like Qasr Al Watan.
We specialize in crafting unique experiences that cater to all tastes and ages, delivering a seamless blend of thrills, joy, and discovery. Our attractions are designed to ignite the imagination and create unforgettable memories for visitors from around the world. Whether you're seeking excitement, relaxation, or cultural enrichment, we offer something for everyone.
About the Role
To ensure a smooth and efficient operation in the F&B department in relation to the company core process; thus directly impacting the opening of the leisure facility, delivering the experience and closing the leisure facility. Accountable for the quality, consistency and production of the food. Exhibits culinary talents by personally performing tasks while leading the staff Develops and trains team to improve results Supervises specialty restaurant kitchen shift operations and ensures standards and procedures are followed. Setting and ensuring culinary standards and responsibilities are met Recognizes quality products, presentations and flavor.
Key Responsibilities
To display a friendly, helpful and cheerful attitude while communicating effectively with our guests and fellow colleagues in order to support Farah strategy and values
To represent and promote Farah in a positive manner at all times in order to maintain a professional brand image to all concerned stakeholders
To help achieve department and company objectives, action plans and key performance indicators
To enforce and adhere to all UAE laws, health, safety & environmental policies, industry and company rules and regulations, reporting any safety concerns or incidents to management in order to minimize risk and maintain a clean safe and hygienic environment for all guests and colleagues
Engage each guest as a unique individual and listen attentively to their requests
Adhere to all emergency procedures, ensuring guest safety and participate in an evacuation if necessary
To ensure that the assigned kitchen is managed efficiently according to the established concept statement
To assign responsibilities to subordinates, implementing multi-tasking principle
To check subordinates’ performance periodically
To establish a pool of qualified part-time employees in conjunction with the Human Resources department
To be a hand on manager and be present at all times in the operation, especially during busy periods
To implement a flexible scheduling based on business patterns
To establish and strictly adhere to the par stocks for all operating equipment, supplies, inventoried items, and to ensure that the outlet is adequately equipped
To conduct monthly inventory checks on all operating equipment and supplies
To control the requisitioning, storage and careful use of all operating equipment and supplies
To conduct daily pre-shift briefings to employees on preparation, service and menu
To liaise with the Food & Beverage department on daily operations and quality control
To use, wherever possible, locally and seasonally available products in menus and "specials"
To develop menus, buffets (where applicable) and "specials" and signature dishes which meet the needs of the target market and are in line with the operating concept for the restaurant
To handle guest enquiries in a courteous and efficient manner and report guest complaints or problems to supervisors if no immediate solution can be found and assure follow up with guests
To be demanding and critical when it comes to operation standards
To ensure and enforce the respect of the HACCP manual at all times
To report immediately any HACCP related issue to the Executive Chef
To ensure that the outlet is kept clean and organized, both at the front as well as the back of house
To liaise and organize with assigned Stewards and the chefs that the established cleaning schedules are strictly adhered to
Qualifications & Experience
Essential
Specialized in specific section in the Outlet (example: Indian food, pizza or pastry items)
1-2 year’s same role or 4 years’ experience in Five Star Hotel or similar
Good English skills both written and verbal
Leadership Skills
Problem solving skills
Good attention to detail
Desirable
Professional kitchen apprenticeship or chefs training course and previous experiences in quality establishments along with good culinary skills
3-4 years’ experience as a Specialty Chef
Ability to develop good working relationships with colleagues and management
Multiple Language Skills (Native Language and English Language)
Shape the Future with Us
At Miral Experiences, we don’t just create world-class destinations - we create unforgettable memories for our guests and remarkable careers for our people.
From theme parks and attractions to guest services and behind-the-scenes roles, every member of our team plays a part in delivering exceptional experiences. We’re driven by passion, powered by innovation, and committed to excellence in everything we do.
We’re looking for passionate, driven, and talented individuals who are ready to grow, lead, and make a difference. No matter your background or expertise, there's a place for you at Miral Experiences.