Specialty Chef

Role Overview

Specialty Chef at Miral Destinations, Abu Dhabi. Miral Destinations is a region leader in the management and operation of world-class, award-winning immersive attractions and experiences.

Company Overview

Miral Experiences manages and operates a diverse portfolio of iconic entertainment and leisure destinations across Abu Dhabi, including Ferrari World Yas Island Abu Dhabi, Yas Waterworld Yas Island Abu Dhabi, Warner Bros. World™ Yas Island Abu Dhabi, SeaWorld Yas Island Abu Dhabi, CLYMB™ Yas Island Abu Dhabi, TeamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi, CLYMB™ Abu Dhabi, and Qasr Al Watan. The company specializes in crafting unique experiences that cater to all tastes and ages, delivering a seamless blend of thrills, joy, and discovery.

Role Purpose

Ensure smooth and efficient Food & Beverage department operations directly impacting the opening, delivery of experience, and closing of the leisure facility. You are accountable for quality, consistency, and production of food, exhibiting culinary talents while leading staff to meet standards and improve results.

Key Responsibilities

Kitchen Operations & Standards

• Supervise specialty restaurant kitchen shift operations and ensure standards and procedures are followed
• Ensure the assigned kitchen is managed efficiently according to the established concept statement
• Be hands-on and present at all times in the operation, especially during busy periods
• Be demanding and critical when it comes to operation standards
• Ensure and enforce respect of the HACCP manual at all times
• Report immediately any HACCP-related issue to the Executive Chef

Staff Leadership & Development

• Exhibit culinary talents by personally performing tasks while leading staff
• Develop and train team to improve results
• Assign responsibilities to subordinates, implementing multi-tasking principle
• Check subordinates' performance periodically
• Establish a pool of qualified part-time employees in conjunction with the Human Resources department
• Conduct daily pre-shift briefings to employees on preparation, service and menu

Inventory & Equipment Management

• Establish and strictly adhere to par stocks for all operating equipment, supplies, and inventoried items
• Ensure that the outlet is adequately equipped
• Conduct monthly inventory checks on all operating equipment and supplies
• Control the requisitioning, storage and careful use of all operating equipment and supplies

Scheduling

• Implement flexible scheduling based on business patterns

Menu Development & Guest Experience

• Develop menus, buffets (where applicable), specials and signature dishes which meet the needs of the target market and are in line with the operating concept for the restaurant
• Use locally and seasonally available products in menus and specials wherever possible
• Recognize quality products, presentations and flavor
• Engage each guest as a unique individual and listen attentively to their requests
• Handle guest enquiries in a courteous and efficient manner and report guest complaints or problems to supervisors if no immediate solution can be found
• Assure follow up with guests
• Display a friendly, helpful and cheerful attitude while communicating effectively with guests and colleagues in order to support company strategy and values

Facilities & Cleanliness

• Ensure that the outlet is kept clean and organized, both at the front as well as the back of house
• Liaise and organize with assigned Stewards and the chefs that established cleaning schedules are strictly adhered to

Stakeholder Management & Compliance

• Represent and promote the company in a positive manner at all times in order to maintain a professional brand image to all concerned stakeholders
• Help achieve department and company objectives, action plans and key performance indicators
• Enforce and adhere to all UAE laws, health, safety and environmental policies, industry and company rules and regulations
• Report any safety concerns or incidents to management in order to minimize risk and maintain a clean safe and hygienic environment for all guests and colleagues
• Adhere to all emergency procedures, ensuring guest safety and participate in an evacuation if necessary
• Liaise with the Food & Beverage department on daily operations and quality control

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• Specialization in specific section in the outlet (example: Indian food, pizza or pastry items)
• 1–2 years in the same role or 4 years' experience in Five Star Hotel or similar
• Good English skills both written and verbal
• Leadership skills
• Problem solving skills
• Good attention to detail

Desirable

• Professional kitchen apprenticeship or chefs training course and previous experience in quality establishments along with good culinary skills
• 3–4 years' experience as a Specialty Chef
• Ability to develop good working relationships with colleagues and management
• Multiple language skills (native language and English language)