About the Role: Responsibilities, Skills, and Requirements
Ever imagined what it feels like to be part of a culinary team that sets the pace for Dubai’s world-famous hospitality scene? Here’s your chance. Whether you’re a master of the sauté pan, a whiz at latte art, or you thrive in the rhythm of a busy dining room, there’s a role for you at one of Sheikh Zayed Road’s most distinguished hotel restaurants. With multiple positions open — from Hot Kitchen Chefs to Baristas — this is more than just a job. It’s an invitation to create memorable moments for every guest, every day.
About the Company
This isn’t your run-of-the-mill hotel restaurant. Tucked in the heart of Dubai’s ever-energetic Sheikh Zayed Road, this establishment has become something of a landmark in its own right — a place where international standards meet local flair and team spirit is as essential as the daily specials. The kitchen brigade is known for its camaraderie and the management genuinely values individual growth. If you love a busy environment where birthdays are celebrated (with extra dessert, naturally) and Friday brunch is an all-staff event, you’ll fit right in.
What You’ll Be Doing
Hot Kitchen Chef
- Craft a variety of delectable main courses, using both traditional and modern techniques.
- Collaborate with the Head Chef in designing weekly specials and updating the à la carte menu.
- Maintain immaculate mise en place — because you know the magic’s in the prep.
- Train and mentor junior kitchen staff, turning every shift into a masterclass.
- Uphold pristine standards of food safety and hygiene (yes, every single time).
Pastry & Dessert Chef
- Create both classic favorites and inventive pastries that keep guests coming back for more.
- Balance precision with creativity in everything from chocolate work to plated desserts.
- Oversee dessert plating during service and collaborate on show-stopping display pieces for events.
- Keep your station spotless and your team inspired.
Assistant Chef
- Support senior chefs before, during, and after each service; be the reliable right hand when things heat up.
- Manage prep and basic cooking tasks with attention to detail and speed.
- Chip in wherever needed — flexibility is the secret ingredient.
Barista
- Whip up consistently great coffee and specialty drinks, always served with a smile.
- Maintain your station, ensuring supplies are stocked and the area is inviting.
- Engage with guests and recommend new menu favorites — because everyone loves a good coffee story.
- Keep your latte art game sharp and your customer service even sharper.
Waiter/Waitress
- Guide guests through the menu, offering recommendations based on their preferences.
- Coordinate seamlessly with kitchen and bar teams to ensure a flawless dining experience.
- Deal with busy shifts and unexpected requests with professionalism and grace.
- Make every customer feel valued, from the first glass of water to the final farewell.
What You’ll Bring
Must-Haves
- Relevant experience in your applied role, ideally within a high-paced hotel or upscale restaurant setting.
- Passion for hospitality — a genuine desire to delight each guest.
- Team-player mindset; you know a great service takes everyone.
- Professional presentation; reliability, punctuality, and a positive attitude.
Nice-to-Haves
- Formal culinary, pastry, or barista training.
- Multilingual abilities (especially English plus additional languages).
- Creative flair for menu suggestions or new signature drinks/dishes.
- Familiarity with Dubai’s diverse F&B scene.
Not sure you tick every box? We’d still love to hear from you.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Competitive salary packages:
- Hot Kitchen Chef: AED 4,000–5,000
- Pastry/Dessert Chef: AED 3,800–4,800
- Barista: AED 3,200–4,000
- Assistant Chef & Wait Staff: Salary based on experience/role
- Tips are pooled and fairly distributed — everyone shares in the success.
- Modern kitchen, coffee bar, and dining environment.
- Opportunities for on-the-job training and real career advancement.
- Supportive, multicultural team that looks out for one another.
- Prime Sheikh Zayed Road location, easily accessible by metro or bus.
- Staff meals provided (and yes, the food is as good as you’d hope).
If you want to build your skills while building unforgettable guest experiences, this is the place. (Just a heads up: Applications for these roles are managed by a recruitment company and a job application fee applies.)
Common Interview Questions and Tips
To help you prepare and feel confident, here are some questions you might encounter during the interview process for this role.
- Can you walk us through your approach to maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene during busy service periods?
- Describe a time when you collaborated with a Head Chef or senior colleague to design a new menu item or weekly special. What was the process like, and what did you learn?
- For the Pastry & Dessert Chef role: How do you balance creativity and consistency when crafting desserts, especially during high-volume events?
- Tell us about your experience mentoring or training junior team members. What methods do you use to inspire and teach others in a fast-paced kitchen?
- Baristas: What steps do you take to ensure every cup of coffee meets quality standards, and how do you handle guest feedback on specialty drinks?
- As a waiter or waitress, how would you handle a situation where a guest has dietary restrictions or specific preferences that aren’t easily met by the menu?
- Give an example of how you have managed preparation (mise en place) to ensure a smooth service shift. What challenges did you face, and how did you overcome them?
- Describe a busy shift where you had to support multiple parts of the operation (kitchen, front of house, coffee bar). How did you prioritize and stay organized?
- Tell us about a time when you helped resolve a team conflict or difficult situation with a coworker during service. What was the outcome?
- How would you contribute to a positive and supportive team culture, especially within a multicultural environment?
- What motivates you to bring your best energy to work every day in the hospitality and F&B industry?
- How do you stay calm and maintain a professional demeanor when dealing with demanding guests or unexpected problems?
- If you could introduce a new signature dish or drink inspired by Dubai’s diverse culinary scene, what would it be and why?