# Head Chef (Japanese Cuisine) — Human One Global

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Location: Dubai, UAE
Type: full_time · Level: senior
Monthly salary: AED 30,000 to 50,000 per month (estimated, not employer-stated) (UAE salaries are tax-free)
Posted: 2026-07-16
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## Description

We are thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for a talented and creative Head Chef (Japanese cuisine) to join a stunning restaurant within an ultra luxury beachfront hotel in Dubai. The concept is a refined, seafood led izakaya with an intimate omakase counter, blending Japanese tradition with a contemporary, theatrical edge.

What's on Offer

• Competitive tax-free salary paid in AED, comprehensive healthcare and life insurance, paid annual leave, colleague discounts on dining and hotel stays worldwide, leadership incentive programmes, and access to Learning & Development programmes with clear career pathways and internal mobility within a global network.

Key Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of the kitchen, developing seasonal menus that honour Japanese culinary tradition while bringing creativity and flair to the concept.

• Set and uphold the highest standards of quality, consistency, and presentation across every dish and every service.

• Lead, mentor, and inspire the kitchen brigade, building a strong team culture and developing talent at every level.

• Take charge of purchasing, stock control, and supplier relationships, ensuring exceptional produce while keeping waste to a minimum.

• Own the kitchen's financial performance, managing food costs and driving efficiencies without ever compromising the guest experience.

• Champion food safety and hygiene standards, keeping the kitchen audit-ready at all times.

About You

• Proven experience in Izakaya and Omakase concepts.

• A background in luxury hospitality and high-end dining environments, ideally within luxury hotels.

• Formal culinary training from an accredited culinary school, with a completed apprenticeship and chef training.

• Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to lead a fast-paced restaurant operation.

• A natural collaborator who builds strong relationships with stakeholders across the operation.

If you are passionate about Japanese cuisine, developing people, and creating unforgettable dining experiences, we would love to hear from you.

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## Requirements

About You:
- Proven experience in Izakaya and Omakase concepts.
- Background in luxury hospitality and high-end dining environments, ideally within luxury hotels.
- Formal culinary training from an accredited culinary school, with a completed apprenticeship and chef training.
- Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to lead a fast-paced restaurant operation.
- A natural collaborator who builds strong relationships with stakeholders across the operation.

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