Culinary Development & Operations Chef (Fast-Casual) - Abu Dhabi

A growing, flavour-led fast-casual concept in the UAE, built around fresh ingredients, bowls, grilled proteins, vegetables, salads and house-made sauces. Restaurants in Abu Dhabi and Ras Al Khaimah, a flagship opening in Abu Dhabi, and more to follow. This is a brand role rather than a single kitchen. You set the food for every location and make sure it tastes the same on a busy lunch service, on a delivery order and in a restaurant that has not opened yet. You report directly to the founder and shape the menu as the concept grows. What The Role Covers • Audit and refine the existing menu, keep what works and develop new signature dishes • Work hands-on with the central kitchen on batch recipes, yields, portion specifications and preparation schedules • Decide what is prepared centrally and how it is stored, transported and finished at each outlet • Make sure every dish holds up in busy service, takeaway and delivery • Create recipe cards, preparation guides and presentation standards, and train the teams to follow them • Control food cost, portions, wastage, food safety and allergen standards • Lead culinary readiness for the new flagship, menu launches and future openings What We're Looking For • An experienced Head Chef, or an exceptional Senior Sous Chef ready for broader responsibility • Real strength in proteins, vegetables, salads, dressings, sauces and marinades • Experience in fast-casual, multi-site or central-kitchen operations • Wood-fire or Josper experience is a strong advantage • Practical, collaborative leadership and genuine openness to feedback • Strong English communication The package • Competitive tax-free salary, all-inclusive • Medical insurance and duty meals • Annual flight ticket allowance • Employment visa and relocation support for overseas candidates Apply now! #BrandChef #HeadChef #Culinary #FastCasual #AbuDhabi #UAE #HospitalityCareers #Recruitment