Head Chef

Head Chef – McGettigan's JLT, Dubai Location: Jumeirah Lakes Towers, Dubai, UAE Reporting to: Group Executive Chef McGettigan's is looking for an experienced, hands-on Head Chef to lead the kitchen at our flagship JLT venue, one of our most established and high-volume Irish pubs in the UAE. We are seeking a strong culinary leader with proven experience in busy pubs, gastropubs, bars or casual dining venues, combining excellent food quality with speed, consistency and commercial awareness. Key Responsibilities • Lead all kitchen operations, ensuring exceptional food quality, presentation and consistency. • Manage high-volume, fast-paced à la carte service, handling multiple simultaneous orders without compromising standards. • Develop, train and lead a high-performing kitchen team. • Oversee menu execution, food costing, inventory, wastage and kitchen profitability. • Maintain excellent food safety, hygiene and operational standards. • Work closely with the Group Executive Chef and venue management. Requirements • Minimum 5 years' experience as a Head Chef, ideally within high-volume pubs, gastropubs or casual dining concepts. • Strong knowledge of Irish, British and European cuisine. • Proven ability to manage complex, high-volume à la carte service • Strong leadership, team management, kitchen organization and financial management skills. • Previous UAE/GCC hospitality experience is highly preferred. • A hands-on, agile, quality-driven approach with the ability to perform under pressure. Company Description McGettigan’s is a global hospitality brand originating from a family-run Irish pub opened in Dublin in the 1960s, now operating modern Irish venues across the Middle East, Europe, and Asia. The brand is known for its unique décor, contemporary Irish food and drinks, and a lively atmosphere centered around entertainment and major sporting events. McGettigan’s promotes “The Modern Irish Experience,” showcasing Irish food, culture, sports, and music for a diverse international audience. With over 500 team members and continued expansion in the UAE, the company offers growth opportunities in a dynamic, multicultural environment.

Minimum 5 years' experience as a Head Chef, ideally within high-volume pubs, gastropubs or casual dining concepts. Strong knowledge of Irish, British and European cuisine. Proven ability to manage complex, high-volume à la carte service. Strong leadership, team management, kitchen organization and financial management skills. Previous UAE/GCC hospitality experience is highly preferred. A hands-on, agile, quality-driven approach with the ability to perform under pressure.

Lead all kitchen operations, ensuring exceptional food quality, presentation and consistency. Manage high-volume, fast-paced à la carte service, handling multiple simultaneous orders without compromising standards. Develop, train and lead a high-performing kitchen team. Oversee menu execution, food costing, inventory, wastage and kitchen profitability. Maintain excellent food safety, hygiene and operational standards. Work closely with the Group Executive Chef and venue management.