Chef de Cuisine, Banquets - Atlantis The Royal 
(20620)

A part of Kerzner International, a global leader in luxury hospitality, Atlantis The Royal is the most ultra-luxury experiential resort in the world.

Crafted by the world’s leading designers, architects, and artists, it is a destination where everything has been designed to challenge the boundaries of imagination. Located on the crescent of the Palm Island, it features 760 Rooms, Suites, and Signature Penthouses with panoramic sea and skyline views. Guests experience impeccable service, Michelin-starred and celebrity chef dining, immersive wellness, and unforgettable moments at every turn.

Behind this extraordinary destination are over 6,000 colleagues from 129 nationalities. Together, we foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where talent is nurtured, wellbeing is prioritized, and careers truly thrive.

About The Role

As Banquets Chef de Cuisine you will lead Banquets kitchen operations including but not limited to menu planning and costing, organizing special events, developing new dishes, maintaining food quality standards and comprehensive product knowledge. You'll be responsible for the efficient running of the department in line with the company’s strategy and brand standards, whilst meeting colleagues and guests expectations.

Key duties and responsibilities:

• Manage the kitchen as an independent profit center, in line with the outlet’s operating concept, ensuring maximum guest satisfaction while operating within budget, helping to ensure the financial success of the outlet.
• Maintain comprehensive product knowledge including ingredients, equipment, suppliers, markets, and current trends and make recommendations for appropriate adjustments to kitchen operations accordingly
• Create menus, design corresponding recipes and oversee the preparation of those recipes
• Ensure menus are updated and seasonal changes are made in conjunction with the menu cycles
• Ensure all recipe manuals are updated standard kitchen policies are adhered to
• Maintain and exceed set food safety and hygiene standards
• Demonstrate awareness of OH&S policies and procedures and ensure all procedures are conducted safely and within OH&S guidelines and ensure all direct reports do the same
• Ensure the outlet food cost is always within the budget
• Review of forecasted vs. actual labor costs each week based on budgeted/forecasted costs
• Develop ways to further improve / reduce food cost through strategic purchasing, without negatively impacting pre-determined quality standards
• Work with Marketing & PR team to support and maximize revenues and social media exposure
• Monitor competitors’ performance by regularly surveying the market and keeping up to date with competitor events, promotions and strategies
• Maximize employee productivity and achieve optimum staffing levels to minimize additional payroll costs
• To ensure a positive & professional working environment throughout the kitchen
• Constructively manage poor performance, conflicts and difficult situations to achieve positive results

About You

We are looking for experienced Chef de Cuisine with at least 5 years experience in a similar role. To succeed in the role you should possess demonstrated background in high volume kitchen operations and be able to comfortably navigate complex catering requirements for large events. Previous experience in GCC is mandatory for this position. As Chef de Cuisine you will work closely with the Culinary Senior Leadership and collaborate with various departments across the resort to meet your department’s goals. Ability to effectively communicate with all levels in the organization as well as leading through influence and collaboration are expected from all culinary leaders in Atlantis The Royal.

We offer a competitive, tax-free salary paid in UAE Dirhams (AED), alongside a wealth of benefits. These include generous food and beverage privileges, exclusive discounted rates at all Kerzner properties worldwide, comprehensive health insurance (with dental coverage), annual flights home, life insurance, an incentive program, and a variety of colleague wellness and social initiatives.

With a strong emphasis on learning and development, colleagues at Atlantis enjoy access to world-class training, career mobility, and internal growth opportunities across the Kerzner portfolio - making this an ideal environment for ambitious individuals seeking a long-term, fulfilling career in luxury hospitality. Join the A-Team and discover the extraordinary.