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International Cuisine Chef – European & Mediterranean Specialization

Company: Tonos Restaurant & Shisha Lounge
Location: Downtown Dubai, UAE
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: Negotiable based on experience
Experience Required: Minimum 10 years in international cuisine

Job Overview

Tonos Restaurant & Shisha Lounge, located in the heart of Downtown Dubai, is seeking a highly experienced, creative and commercially minded International Cuisine Chef with strong expertise in European and Mediterranean cuisine.

We are looking for more than a skilled cook. The successful candidate must be a culinary professional who understands food quality, menu development, kitchen systems, cost control, team leadership, customer satisfaction and restaurant growth.

This position is ideal for an experienced chef who can strengthen our existing menu, introduce commercially successful dishes and contribute directly to increasing restaurant sales, guest satisfaction and profitability.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and supervise high-quality international dishes with a strong focus on European and Mediterranean cuisine.
• Maintain consistent standards in food taste, presentation, portion size and overall quality.
• Review and improve the restaurant’s existing food menu.
• Develop new and commercially attractive dishes suitable for the diverse Dubai market.
• Create signature dishes that can strengthen the identity and reputation of Tonos Restaurant & Shisha Lounge.
• Standardize recipes, preparation methods, cooking procedures and plating presentations.
• Ensure all menu items can be produced consistently by the kitchen team.
• Work closely with restaurant management to develop promotions, seasonal menus and profitable food concepts.
• Identify opportunities to increase sales, improve guest satisfaction and strengthen restaurant profitability.
• Monitor food costs, portion control, inventory levels and kitchen wastage.
• Ensure ingredients are properly stored, rotated and used efficiently.
• Support purchasing decisions and coordinate ingredient requirements with approved suppliers.
• Train, supervise and develop junior chefs and kitchen employees.
• Maintain discipline, teamwork and professional standards inside the kitchen.
• Organize daily food preparation and ensure the kitchen is fully ready before service.
• Maintain excellent kitchen cleanliness, hygiene and food safety standards.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures and Dubai Municipality food safety requirements.
• Monitor guest feedback and make necessary improvements to dishes and kitchen operations.
• Support dine-in, delivery, events, group bookings and promotional food offerings.
• Assist management in improving kitchen efficiency, service speed and overall restaurant performance.
• Prepare reports on food costs, wastage, menu performance and areas for operational improvement.

Required Cuisine Experience

The successful candidate must have strong practical knowledge and experience in a wide range of international dishes, particularly:

• European cuisine
• Mediterranean cuisine
• Grilled meats and seafood
• Pasta and international sauces
• Salads and cold appetizers
• Soups and hot appetizers
• Breakfast and brunch dishes
• International main courses
• Sharing platters
• Modern restaurant presentation and plating

Knowledge of Greek, Italian, French, Spanish, Turkish or other Mediterranean cooking styles will be a strong advantage.

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum 10 years of professional experience in international cuisine.
• Strong specialization in European and Mediterranean cuisine.
• Proven experience as a Head Chef, Sous Chef, Senior Chef de Partie or International Cuisine Chef in a reputable restaurant, hotel or hospitality group.
• Strong knowledge of international cooking methods, ingredients, sauces and presentation techniques.
• Proven experience in menu development and recipe standardization.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to restaurant growth, menu improvement or increased sales.
• Strong understanding of food costing, portion control, inventory management and waste reduction.
• Ability to develop dishes that are both high-quality and commercially profitable.
• Strong leadership, training and kitchen-management skills.
• Ability to work effectively with a multicultural team.
• Excellent organization, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to perform under pressure during busy restaurant operations.
• Strong knowledge of food hygiene, kitchen safety and HACCP procedures.
• Experience working in Dubai or the UAE is highly preferred.
• Must be professional, disciplined, reliable and committed to long-term growth.
• Must be flexible to work evenings, weekends and public holidays when required.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a versatile international chef who combines excellent culinary skills with a strong understanding of restaurant business performance.

You should be capable of reviewing the current menu, identifying weaknesses and opportunities and implementing practical improvements that increase food quality, customer satisfaction, operational efficiency and profitability.

You must be confident in developing dishes that guests will enjoy, return for and recommend to others.

We are particularly interested in candidates who have previously helped a restaurant:

• Improve its menu and food quality
• Create successful signature dishes
• Increase food sales
• Reduce food costs and wastage
• Improve guest reviews and customer satisfaction
• Train and develop a stronger kitchen team
• Strengthen its brand and market reputation

What We Offer

• Competitive salary, negotiable based on experience and proven capability.
• Opportunity to work in a well-located restaurant and shisha lounge in Downtown Dubai.
• Direct involvement in menu development and restaurant growth.
• Opportunity to introduce new dishes and culinary ideas.
• Professional and supportive working environment.
• Long-term career opportunities based on performance.
• Opportunity to play an important role in the future growth of Tonos Restaurant & Shisha Lounge.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates may apply through Indeed or send their updated CV directly through WhatsApp:

WhatsApp: 058 139 1113

Please send the following:

• Updated CV with complete employment history
• Details of your international cuisine experience
• Information about your European and Mediterranean cuisine expertise
• Previous kitchen leadership positions
• Names of restaurants, hotels or hospitality brands where you previously worked
• Examples of menus or dishes you have developed
• Details of restaurant growth or menu-improvement achievements
• Recent photographs of your signature dishes or culinary portfolio
• Current location
• Visa status
• Notice period or earliest available joining date
• Expected salary

Please apply only if you have at least 10 years of professional international cuisine experience, strong European and Mediterranean culinary skills and a proven ability to contribute to restaurant growth.

Join Tonos Restaurant & Shisha Lounge and help us create an outstanding international dining experience in the heart of Downtown Dubai.

Pay: AED5,000.00 - AED15,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person