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Head Chef

CompanyAccorHotel
LocationDubai
Work ModeOn Site
PostedSeptember 9, 2026
About The Company
We are Accor We are more than 290,000 hospitality experts placing people at the heart of what we do, creating emotion for our guests, and nurturing passion for service and achievement beyond limits. Building on the strength of our teams and of our fully integrated ecosystem of leading brands, personalized services & expert solutions, we break new ground to reimagine hospitality and inspire new ways to experience the world. We are dedicated to suit all desires and needs, and reinvent the guest experience every day with our 45 hotel brands across all segments- 5,600 properties around the world from luxury five-star palaces to smart economy hotels, exquisite residences to full-service resorts. Because we take care of millions of guests and each of our hotels is a world in itself, where every action counts. We strive to make positive impact both locally and globally, to ensure hospitality benefits not only the few, but all.
About the Role

Company Description

Founded in 2008 by Serge Trigano and his sons Jérémie and Benjamin (co-founders of Club Med), Mama Shelter is a creator of living spaces and a daily director!

These are atypical places, where everyone feels at home, places born of a blend of influences, freedoms, sensations and emotions. Each Mama tells the story of the city in which it is located, and all influences blend together. We offer our guests a joyful atmosphere and exceptional service at an affordable price.
More than just rooms and restaurants, Mama Shelter is a dynamic, a vibe: they are true urban refuges, not only aesthetically pleasing and modern but also popular, welcoming and sexy.

Whatever your role, we're all here to make the customer experience as unforgettable as possible.

Our mission: to bring little moments of happiness to people.

Our growth has enabled us to offer our teams great career paths through internal development and international mobility, and it's not a question of diplomas or years of experience.

Mama Shelter is part of Ennismore, a creative hotel group rooted in cultures and destinations, with a global portfolio of brands. Ennismore is a joint venture with Accor, founded in 2021.

Job Description

Bring your culinary passion, leadership, and creative energy to Mama Shelter Dubai! As our Head Chef, you’ll lead the kitchen, inspire the culinary Gang, and make sure every plate leaving Mama’s kitchen is delicious, consistent, and full of personality. Let’s cook up something amazing together! 👨🍳🔥🍽

THE MISSION?

🎯 Lead the Kitchen: Take charge of daily kitchen operations, ensuring smooth, efficient, and organized food production and service. 👨‍🍳🔥

🎯 Inspire the Culinary Gang: Lead, motivate, coach, and develop the team while creating a positive, respectful, and collaborative kitchen culture. 🤝✨

🎯 Serve Up Excellence: Ensure every dish meets Mama’s standards for quality, taste, freshness, portioning, timing, and presentation. 🍽️👌

🎯 Be the Quality Guardian: Conduct regular quality checks and take action when something isn’t quite up to Mama’s standards. 🔍✨

🎯 Keep Costs in Check: Monitor food costs, portion control, stock, wastage, and product usage while supporting the kitchen’s financial goals. 📊💰

🎯 Food Safety First: Maintain top standards of hygiene, sanitation, HACCP, food safety, and safe food handling across the kitchen. 🧼👨‍🍳

🎯 Keep the Kitchen Running: Ensure equipment, storage areas, fridges, freezers, and food products are properly maintained, organized, and handled. ⚙️❄️

🎯 Grow the Team: Provide hands-on training, coaching, and guidance to help every culinary Gang member develop and shine. 🌟📚

🎯 Bring the Creativity: Stay curious about culinary trends, techniques, and new ideas and bring fresh inspiration into Mama’s kitchen. 💡🌶️

🎯 Be the MAMA Spirit: Promote teamwork, accountability, creativity, respect, and good vibes while supporting the Executive Sous Chef and the wider F&B team. 🌈🤝

Qualifications

MADE FOR YOU? ONLY IF…

💪 You thrive under pressure: A busy kitchen doesn’t scare you. You know how to stay focused, organized, and cool when the heat is on. 🔥😎

👨‍🍳 You’re a natural leader: You know how to bring people together, set the standard, and get the best out of your team.

🎯 Quality is your obsession: From the first prep to the final plate, you never compromise on standards.

📊 You understand the numbers: Food cost, wastage, portion control, and stock management are part of your culinary toolkit.

🧠 You’re a problem solver: When things don’t go to plan, you find solutions quickly and keep the operation moving.

🌟 You’re always learning: You stay curious, explore new culinary ideas, and are always looking for ways to make Mama’s kitchen better.

🙌 You’re all about teamwork: You believe the best kitchens are built on trust, respect, communication, and a little bit of fun..

Additional Information

YOUR LITTLE EXTRAS:

🚀 You’re reliable and consistent: When you say you’ll deliver, you always follow through.
👥 You’re a people person: Guests and teammates love your positive, approachable vibe.
💬 You build connections: You take time to know your guests, creating lasting impressions.
😊 You light up the room: Your energy lifts everyone around you, making work a joy.
🤝 You’re all about the team: From supporting your colleagues to creating a family-like atmosphere, you make it happen.

If you’re ready to bring your energy, passion, and smile to Mama Shelter Dubai, we’d love to hear from you!

  • Job-Category: Culinary
  • Job Type: Permanent
  • Job Schedule: Full-Time
  • Key Skills
    Kitchen managementLeadershipTeam developmentFood safetyHACCPCost controlMenu developmentQuality assuranceStaff trainingInventory managementProblem solvingCulinary techniquesCommunicationOperational efficiencyHygiene standards
    Categories
    Food & BeverageHospitalityManagement & Leadership
    Job Information
    📋Core Responsibilities
    The Head Chef will lead daily kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food quality, presentation, and safety. They are responsible for motivating the culinary team, managing food costs, and fostering a collaborative kitchen culture.
    📋Job Type
    full time
    📊Experience Level
    5-10
    💼Company Size
    102158
    📊Visa Sponsorship
    No
    💼Language
    English
    🏢Working Hours
    40 hours
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