About Jumeirah & the Hotel

For more than two decades, Jumeirah Group, a member of Dubai Holding, has been making a distinct mark on the global hospitality market with its unwavering Stay Different™ brand promise.

Its award-winning destinations, including the iconic Burj Al Arab Jumeirah, position service beyond expectations, signature dining experiences and artful surroundings at the heart of every guest experience.

Today, Jumeirah operates a world-class portfolio of 26 properties across the Middle East, Europe and Asia, and employs over 9,000 colleagues, representing over 120 nationalities.

The Group’s portfolio also includes Jumeirah Restaurants, a Dubai-based full-service hospitality provider with 85 acclaimed food and beverage brands, ranging from casual dining venues to Michelin starred fine dining concepts; the award-winning Talise Spa brand, offering holistic wellbeing and spa experiences tailored to individual guest needs; J Club, Dubai’s leading lifestyle and wellness destination; Jumeirah One, the Group’s dedicated recognition and rewards programme; and The Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management, the region’s only fully accredited third-level academic institution delivering specialised degree programmes in hospitality management.

As Jumeirah continues to expand its global portfolio and scale up its operations to the next level of growth, we remain fully committed to developing and empowering our colleagues to excel in world-class environments.

Jumeirah is committed to embedding equality, diversity and inclusion in all its practices, embracing a culture that celebrates diversity.

About the Job

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Director of Culinary to join our Executive Food & Beverage team in Dubai. The job purpose of a Senior Director Culinary is to oversee and direct all culinary operations globally, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, taste, and presentation. They are responsible for developing and implementing culinary strategies to drive innovation, enhance menu offerings, and meet business objectives. Additionally, they provide leadership and guidance to culinary teams, fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, and excellence.

Key Responsibilities :

• Spearhead the development and execution of culinary strategies that align with the company's vision, emphasising the delivery of exceptional guest experiences and reflecting evolving industry trends.

• Collaborate with executive chefs to curate dynamic menus showcasing seasonal ingredients and innovative culinary concepts, ensuring alignment with brand standards and customer expectations.

• Strategically oversee culinary operations across all outlets, maintaining rigorous standards and promptly addressing deviations to uphold Jumeirah's policies and service excellence.

• Utilise data-driven insights to assess the profitability of culinary services, implementing proactive measures to optimize performance and enhance financial outcomes.

• Foster synergies with strategic business units (SBUs), including Talise, to continuously refine culinary offerings, drive revenue growth, and maintain brand consistency across diverse service platforms.

• Engage in public relations initiatives to elevate the profile and profitability of culinary services, leveraging promotional activities to enhance brand perception and market presence.

• Lead and develop culinary teams through objective setting, performance management, and ongoing feedback, fostering a culture of excellence, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

• Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards, safeguarding guest well-being and shareholder interests while upholding Jumeirah's reputation for luxurious hospitality.

• Contribute to budget preparation and actively monitor financial performance, proactively identifying areas for improvement and capitalizing on opportunities to optimize resource allocation.

• Drive departmental policy enhancements and procedural improvements, leveraging innovation and best practices to enhance service delivery and maintain Jumeirah's reputation for excellence.

• Inspire and empower team members to engage in change initiatives and process improvement projects, leveraging international best practices to drive cost efficiency, productivity, and innovation.

About You

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in hospitality, culinary arts or equivalent

• Experience in hotel and restaurant development and refurbishment.

• 10 years+ experience in a senior position managing multiple outlets.

• Pre-opening experience in a senior management role, preferably in the same capacity.

• Working with a culturally diverse workforce.

• Proven track record of operating successfully multiple outlets which demonstrates business acumen.

• Experience of managing large and diverse high-end operations.

• Experience with menu compilation, layout, and design.

• Experience of successfully managing people, curating, and guiding them through career paths.

About the Benefits

We offer an attractive tax-free salary, paid in Dirhams (AED), the local currency of the UAE. In addition, we offer generous F&B benefits, reduced hotel rates across our properties globally, excellent leave and health care package including dental coverage, flights home, life insurance, incentive programs, children’s education assistance and other employee benefits making the role attractive to high performers and any applicant looking for a career with one of the most luxurious brands in the hospitality industry.