Head Chef - Emirates Bio Farm

Company Description Emirates Bio Farm, founded in 2016, is the largest private organic farm in the UAE, operating on a 250,000 sqm facility. The farm is dedicated to environmental protection and promoting the health and well-being of residents across the UAE. Guided by the principles of Sheikh Zayed Al Nahyan, Emirates Bio Farm champions sustainable agriculture and responsible food production. The organization focuses on growing high-quality organic produce while fostering education and awareness around healthy eating and eco-friendly practices. Team members join a mission-driven environment that values sustainability, community, and innovation in organic farming. Role Description :- The Head Chef will lead the kitchen operations at Emirates Bio Farm, overseeing menu development, daily food preparation, and presentation using farm-fresh organic ingredients. This full-time, on-site role, based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, involves planning seasonal menus that highlight locally grown produce, supervising kitchen staff, and maintaining high standards of food quality, hygiene and safety. The Head Chef will manage inventory, coordinate with farm teams to align menus with harvest schedules, and control food costs and waste. The role also includes training and mentoring kitchen team members, ensuring consistent execution of recipes and creating engaging farm-to-table dining experiences for guests. Collaboration with management on special events, workshops and farm visits will be a regular part of the position. Qualifications • Strong culinary skills in menu planning, recipe development, and preparation of high-quality, farm-to-table dishes. • Experience managing kitchen operations, including staff supervision, scheduling, and workflow coordination. • Knowledge of food safety, hygiene standards and best practices in kitchen sanitation and compliance. • Ability to manage inventory, sourcing and cost control, with a focus on minimizing food waste. • Background or strong interest in organic, sustainable and locally sourced food concepts. • Effective communication and leadership skills, with the ability to train and motivate diverse kitchen teams. • Relevant culinary qualification or professional chef certification; prior experience as a Head Chef or Senior Chef is highly beneficial. • Flexibility to work on-site, including weekends or evenings as required by farm operations and events. Show more Show less

The Head Chef will lead the kitchen operations at Emirates Bio Farm, overseeing menu development, daily food preparation, and presentation using farm-fresh organic ingredients. This full-time, on-site role, based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, involves planning seasonal menus that highlight locally grown produce, supervising kitchen staff, and maintaining high standards of food quality, hygiene and safety. The Head Chef will manage inventory, coordinate with farm teams to align menus with harvest schedules, and control food costs and waste. The role also includes training and mentoring kitchen team members, ensuring consistent execution of recipes and creating engaging farm-to-table dining experiences for guests. Collaboration with management on special events, workshops and farm visits will be a regular part of the position.