Head Chef for a Cafe in Al Ain + Abu Dhabi

Head Chef for a Cafe in Al Ain + Abu Dhabi

Al Ain, United Arab Emirates

Company
Al Riyady
Location
Al Ain - Abu Dhabi
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
6 days ago
Via
Jobrapido.com

Job Description
Note:
• New branch in Abu Dhabi will open in 2-3 months
• Head Chef is for Immediate Joining in Al Ain branch and will also be doing menu creation for AD branch. Head Chef will manage the branch in AD when it opens.

We are seeking an experienced and creative Head Chef to lead the kitchen operations of a beautiful café in Al Ain. The ideal candidate will have strong experience preparing a variety of dishes, managing kitchen staff, and maintaining high food quality and hygiene standards.

Key Responsibilities:
• Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations and manage kitchen staff.
• Plan and prepare a diverse café menu with focus on quality, presentation, and consistency.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Collaborate with management to develop seasonal menus and optimize kitchen costs.
• Supervise food preparation, portioning, and plating.
• Maintain inventory levels and coordinate with suppliers for fresh ingredients.
• Work closely with the Cake & Pastry Decorator to ensure a cohesive menu offering.

Requirements:
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience as a Chef in a café or casual dining environment, preferably in UAE
• Strong knowledge of breakfast and main course dishes.
• Excellent leadership, time management, and multitasking skills.
• Must be available for immediate joining.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: AED4, AED5,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):
• Nationality?
• Are you flexible to start in Al Ain and then move to Abu Dhabi for new restaurant opening?
• Expected Salary?
• Immediate Joining?
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Quick answers about Restaurant Jobs in United Arab Emirates

Q What are the maximum working hours and overtime pay rates for restaurant workers in UAE?
Under Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021, private sector workers including restaurant staff cannot exceed 8 hours per day or 48 hours per week. Overtime remuneration is 25% above normal hourly wage, increasing to 50% for work between 10 PM and 4 AM. During Ramadan 2026, daily hours reduce to 6 maximum.
Q How much annual leave, sick leave, and end-of-service gratuity for restaurant jobs in UAE?
Employees receive 30 days paid annual leave after 1 year of service. Sick leave totals 90 days per year: 15 days full pay, 30 days half pay, 45 days no pay. End-of-service gratuity equals 21 days basic salary per year for first 5 years, 30 days thereafter, calculated on last basic salary.
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Employers apply via MOHRE portal for work permit costing AED 250, valid 60 days for entry and job placement. Follow with medical fitness test AED 320 and residence visa processing AED 370 for 2-year validity. Full process completes in 5-10 working days.
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