Chef De Cuisine, Netsu; Japanese Steakhouse

Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai is looking for a Chef De Cuisine to join our Netsu Kitchen team.

Are you a master of craft? Do you thrive in a team that succeeds together, demonstrating integrity and respect while acting responsibly? Do you embrace a growth mindset? We invite you to become a fan of the exceptional.

Mandarin Oriental is the award‑winning owner and operator of some of the most luxurious hotels, resorts and residences located in prime destinations around the world, with a strong development pipeline. Increasingly recognised for creating some of the world’s most sought‑after properties, the Group provides legendary service inspired by Asian heritage whilst representing the very cutting‑edge of luxury experiences.

With a pristine oceanfront setting, Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai is a stylish urban resort overlooking the clear blue waters of the Arabian Gulf and Dubai’s glittering skyline, which is dominated by Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world. The hotel’s beachfront location and open‑air facilities are designed to bring a new level of relaxed luxury to the city.

Based at the Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai within the Food and Beverage department in Dubai, the Chef De Cuisine is responsible for culinary direction, financial performance, team structure, and overall Netsu Kitchen strategy. The Chef De Cuisine reports to the Executive Sous Chef.

• Oversee all operational and administrative culinary aspects of hotel restaurants as appropriate and be able to prioritise the required level of engagement in multiple areas depending on business volumes and other related parameters.
• Work closely with the respective Restaurant Manager and Executive Sous Chef to plan menus, prices and promotional events for the Restaurants in order to maximise revenue generating opportunities in line with market demands.
• Regularly review menus in regard to popularity of dishes, food cost and season with the respective Restaurant Manager and suggest new menu proposals to the Executive Chef.
• Ensure plating guides are up to date and distributed appropriately.
• Ensure that all plating guides are followed according to set dish description, cooking method and presentation image.
• Support Restaurant Manager in overview of all IG point of sales related set ups and carry out regular checks on accuracy of all items.
• Constantly identify areas for improvement in food and beverage quality by reviewing various quality audit reports, guest comment cards and guest incident reports, and formulate action plans accordingly, also in cooperation with the respective Restaurant Manager.
• Encourage proactive, efficient and effective inter‑departmental communication within and beyond the Food and Beverage division in order to promote a climate of teamwork and enthusiasm.
• Provide leadership, direction and support to all colleagues at any time.
• Train, evaluate and schedule all colleagues in accordance with the applicable standards, policies and as per the overall business requirements.
• Liaise with the Learning & Development Manager on departmental learning and development needs for all colleagues of the restaurants and oversee the overall training activities of the outlets including a heavy involvement in class‑room training, role plays and on‑the‑job trainings.
• Oversee preparation of weekly roster.
• Observe all aspects of the business forecasts and plan effectively to make most efficient arrangements for manpower, equipment and supplies accordingly.
• Support the Chief Steward in creating the cleaning and side duty schedules for all positions and ensure compliance and follow through.
• Oversee and follow through the food safety standards set by Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Safe & Sound and through the local UAE Municipality rules and regulation.
• Supervise the maintenance and cleanliness of the Kitchens and Stewarding area at all times and carry out daily checks and monthly walk‑throughs with the respective stewarding and engineering colleagues. Follow up accordingly on the produced reports to achieve an immaculate environment.
• Ensure proper…