Culinary Training & Development Chef

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. We are seeking a visionary and highly organized Culinary Training & Development Chef to lead the culinary direction of The Dose by Silvena . This role is responsible for developing innovative, health-focused menus aligned with our brand identity, sourcing premium ingredients and suppliers , and managing menu costing to ensure profitability without compromising quality. The Culinary Training & Development Chef will play a key role in shaping our culinary identity and scaling it across current and future locations.Key Responsibilities: Menu Development Design, test, and implement seasonal and permanent menu items reflecting The Dose by Silvena’s core values: health, innovation, and culinary excellence.Work closely with Chef Silvena and Brand Team to ensure menu alignment with the brand’s vision and nutritional philosophy.Stay ahead of food trends and proactively incorporate wellness-driven ideas into the menu.Identify and establish relationships with high-quality, sustainable suppliers (local and international).Oversee procurement of ingredients, ensuring freshness, consistency, and compliance with health and safety standards.Collaborate with the procurement and finance team to negotiate contracts and optimize supplier terms. Cost Management Calculate and regularly review food costs for all menu items to ensure optimal pricing strategies.Maintain and improve kitchen operations to maximize efficiency and reduce waste.Work with operations and finance to align menu engineering with overall profitability goals.Support the training and development of BOH staff to ensure flawless execution of all menu items.Implement kitchen SOPs and ensure compliance with hygiene, safety, and quality standards.Provide leadership in scaling kitchen operations across multiple outlets and supporting franchise growth. We are seeking a visionary and highly organized Culinary Training & Development Chef to lead the culinary direction of The Dose by Silvena . This role is responsible for developing innovative, health-focused menus aligned with our brand identity, sourcing premium ingredients and suppliers , and managing menu costing to ensure profitability without compromising quality. The Culinary Training & Development Chef will play a key role in shaping our culinary identity and scaling it across current and future locations.Key Responsibilities: Menu Development Design, test, and implement seasonal and permanent menu items reflecting The Dose by Silvena’s core values: health, innovation, and culinary excellence.Work closely with Chef Silvena and Brand Team to ensure menu alignment with the brand’s vision and nutritional philosophy.Stay ahead of food trends and proactively incorporate wellness-driven ideas into the menu. Ingredient Sourcing & Supplier Management Identify and establish relationships with high-quality, sustainable suppliers (local and international).Oversee procurement of ingredients, ensuring freshness, consistency, and compliance with health and safety standards.Collaborate with the procurement and finance team to negotiate contracts and optimize supplier terms. Cost Management Calculate and regularly review food costs for all menu items to ensure optimal pricing strategies.Maintain and improve kitchen operations to maximize efficiency and reduce waste.Work with operations and finance to align menu engineering with overall profitability goals. Team Leadership & Kitchen Oversight Support the training and development of BOH staff to ensure flawless execution of all menu items.Implement kitchen SOPs and ensure compliance with hygiene, safety, and quality standards.Provide leadership in scaling kitchen operations across multiple outlets and supporting franchise growth. Requirements Minimum 5 years of experience in a senior culinary role, preferably in health-driven or concept-driven kitchens.Proven track record in menu development, costing, and supplier management.Strong understanding of modern nutrition trends, dietary requirements, and superfoods.Excellent communication, and organizational skills.Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and growing environment.Passion for health, wellness, and culinary innovation. Benefits Competitive Salary : Based on experience and role responsibilities Club Access : Full access to SEVEN Wellness Club facilities and classes F&B Discount : 50% off all in-house food and beverage items at The Dose by Silvena Career Growth : Opportunities to grow across SEVEN’s expanding group of brands Supportive Culture : A team-oriented environment that values initiative, professionalism, and well-being Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Other Industries Wellness and Fitness Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at SEVEN by 2x Get notified about new Chef jobs in Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates . 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