UAE Hospitality Careers

Chef de Cuisine

Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah — YU Restaurant

Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah is one of the most iconic five-star addresses in the region, and its signature YU Restaurant is now hiring an experienced Chef de Cuisine to help lead its kitchen brigade. This is a rare opportunity for a driven culinary professional to take on a senior kitchen leadership role at one of Hilton’s most prestigious luxury properties on Palm Jumeirah, working alongside a world-class team dedicated to unforgettable guest experiences.

As a Chef de Cuisine, you won’t just be overseeing kitchen operations — you’ll be shaping the dining identity of one of Dubai’s most talked-about restaurants. You will be entrusted with managing every aspect of the kitchen to deliver an excellent guest and member experience, from menu execution and food quality to team leadership, supplier coordination, and cost control. This role sits at the heart of the property’s F&B operation and offers genuine scope for creativity, ownership, and career progression within the Hilton portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operations of the kitchen, ensuring consistent quality, presentation, and timing across all dishes served in YU Restaurant.
• Lead, train, and motivate a diverse team of chefs and kitchen stewards, fostering a culture of discipline, creativity, and hygiene best practice.
• Oversee food provisions, stock levels, and supplier relationships to ensure freshness, quality, and cost efficiency.
• Control food costs and wastage through careful portion management, menu engineering, and inventory oversight.
• Respond to guest queries and feedback regarding menu items, dietary requirements, and special requests with professionalism and warmth.
• Ensure full compliance with HACCP, food safety, and municipality hygiene regulations at all times.
• Collaborate closely with the Executive Chef and F&B leadership team on menu development, seasonal specials, and promotional dining concepts.
• Conduct regular kitchen briefings, performance reviews, and on-the-job training for junior culinary staff.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience as a Chef de Cuisine, Sous Chef, or senior kitchen leader within a five-star hotel or premium fine-dining restaurant.
• Strong culinary technical skills across international and contemporary cuisine, with a genuine passion for food craftsmanship.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop a multicultural kitchen team under pressure during peak service.
• Solid understanding of food cost control, inventory management, and kitchen P&L responsibility.
• Excellent communication skills and a guest-first mindset, comfortable liaising with front-of-house and management teams.
• Relevant culinary qualifications and up-to-date food safety certification are strongly preferred.
• Flexibility to work rotational shifts, weekends, and public holidays as required by hotel operations.

Why Join Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah

Joining the Waldorf Astoria brand means joining a legacy of true luxury hospitality. Team members benefit from Hilton’s renowned global training programs, competitive tax-free compensation, accommodation and transport support depending on the contract, medical insurance, and access to Hilton’s Go Hilton team member travel program across thousands of properties worldwide. Beyond the benefits, you’ll be cooking in a kitchen that takes pride in culinary excellence, working alongside passionate professionals in one of the most visually stunning settings in Dubai.

Whether you are an ambitious Sous Chef ready for your next step, or an established Chef de Cuisine seeking a new luxury address to call home, this Palm Jumeirah opportunity offers the platform, resources, and prestige to take your culinary career to its next level.

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