A
Role That Brings Heritage, Craft & Culinary Excellence Together – The Apsley
Identity
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style="font-size: 12pt;">At Kimpton Sevn Dubai, Apsley is more
than a restaurant—it is a contemporary dining destination inspired by
the elegance of British aristocratic tradition and the warmth of European bistro
culture.
Inspired by Apsley House, the historic London residence of the First Duke
of Wellington, known as "Number One, London," the concept reflects timeless
sophistication, understated luxury, and exceptional hospitality. The menu
seamlessly blends contemporary British cuisine with Mediterranean influences,
evolving throughout the day from breakfast to dinner.
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We are looking for
a Chef de Cuisine who can bring this vision to life—someone who combines
culinary craftsmanship, operational excellence, and leadership while delivering
a refined yet approachable dining experience.
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You are not only leading
a kitchen—you are preserving a legacy while creating a modern culinary
destination.
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style="font-size: 12pt;">One Kitchen. One Heritage. One Timeless
Experience.
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style="font-size: 12pt;">At the Apsley, dining is elegant, welcoming,
and thoughtfully curated.
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style="font-size: 12pt;">As Chef de Cuisine, you ensure:
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• Exceptional execution
of contemporary British and Mediterranean-inspired
cuisine• Consistent delivery
of refined dishes rooted in quality and craftsmanship
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style="font-size: 12pt;">• Strong leadership of a professional and highly
engaged kitchen brigade
• Seamless
alignment between culinary excellence, service, and guest
experienceYou create a kitchen defined by precision, consistency, and timeless
hospitality.
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style="font-size: 12pt;">Why This Role
Matters
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style="font-size: 12pt;">Apsley represents a modern interpretation of British
dining culture.
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style="font-size: 12pt;">In this role, you support the Cluster Director
of Culinary by:
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style="font-size: 12pt;">• Bringing the Apsley's culinary philosophy to life
through flawless execution
• Leading a kitchen that balances heritage, innovation, and contemporary
relevance
• Ensuring operational
excellence while maintaining culinary integrity
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style="font-size: 12pt;">• Driving consistency across breakfast, lunch,
afternoon, and dinner experiences
• Developing a brigade capable of delivering exceptional dining
experiences every day
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style="font-size: 12pt;">You are the guardian of both tradition
and innovation.
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the Experience
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style="font-size: 12pt;">You are refined, disciplined, and passionate about
culinary excellence.
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style="font-size: 12pt;">Through your leadership, you will:
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• Lead daily kitchen
operations for the Apsley• Oversee food preparation, presentation, and service
standards• Ensure consistency
across all menus and dining periods• Manage kitchen brigade performance, development, and succession
planning• Maintain calm,
precision, and excellence throughout every service
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Your leadership defines
the character and consistency of the restaurant.
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What We’ll
Support You to Do• Bring Culinary Heritage
to Life
• Translate British and Mediterranean
influences into memorable dining experiences.
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• Lead a High-Performing Kitchen Brigade
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• Develop talent capable of delivering refined and consistent
execution.• Maintain Operational
Excellence
• Balance creativity, quality,
and commercial performance.
• Elevate the Guest Dining
Experience
• Ensure every dish reflects the elegance
and identity of the Apsley.
The
Gig
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style="font-size: 12pt;">Reporting to the Cluster Director of Culinary, the Chef
de Cuisine leads the Apsley kitchen at Kimpton Sevn Dubai, ensuring the delivery
of a sophisticated, contemporary, and memorable dining
experience.
• The Opportunity: Lead a signature
restaurant inspired by British heritage and European bistro
culture
• The Focus: Culinary craftsmanship,
execution, and team leadership
• The Impact: Create
a dining experience that is elegant, approachable, and consistently
exceptional
You will shape the culinary identity
of the Apsley.
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At Kimpton, timeless
hospitality is always personal.In this role,
you will:
• Lead with integrity, professionalism, and passion
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• Encourage
craftsmanship, creativity, and continuous learning
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• Build a culture rooted
in collaboration, respect, and excellence
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• Bring warmth
and personality into every aspect of culinary execution
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Every plate reflects
the spirit of The Apsley—elegant, refined,
and welcoming.
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style="font-size: 12pt;">Your Day-to-Day
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No two days are
the same; your responsibilities will span creative, operational, and leadership
activities, including but not limited to:
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Kitchen
Operations• Oversee daily culinary
operations across all meal periods
• Ensure smooth service
execution from breakfast through dinner
• Maintain consistency
in flavour, presentation, and quality standards
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Culinary
Leadership• Lead, train, and inspire
a professional kitchen brigade
• Conduct daily briefings
and service preparation sessions
• Drive performance,
accountability, and team engagement
Menu Execution & Quality
Control
• Execute contemporary British
and Mediterranean-inspired menus
• Ensure consistency,
balance, and attention to detail across all dishes
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• Maintain strict quality control and presentation
standards
Cost Control & Kitchen
Management
• Monitor food cost,
wastage, and inventory management
• Support procurement
and supplier relationships
• Optimise productivity
while maintaining premium standards
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Compliance
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style="font-size: 12pt;">• Maintain HACCP, food safety, and hygiene
standards
• Ensure compliance with operational and regulatory
requirements
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style="font-size: 12pt;">• Conduct regular audits and corrective
actions
Pre-Opening Support
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• Support kitchen setup
and operational readiness
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style="font-size: 12pt;">• Assist in menu testing, recipe development,
and standardisation
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style="font-size: 12pt;">• Participate in training, mock services, and concept
calibration
• Contribute to SOP development and culinary opening
preparations
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Like
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style="font-size: 12pt;">• A fully realised Apsley dining
experience
• Consistent delivery of refined, high-quality
cuisine
• A motivated, skilled, and professional kitchen
brigade
• Strong operational discipline supporting culinary
excellence
• Seamless service aligned with guest expectations
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• Successful pre-opening
delivery and restaurant launch
Who This Role Is Perfect
For
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style="font-size: 12pt;">• Passionate culinary leader with strong technical
expertise
• Experience in British, European, or Mediterranean cuisine
concepts
• Strong background in luxury hotels, destination dining, or lifestyle
restaurants
• Disciplined and hands-on kitchen operator
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• Strong mentor with
a commitment to developing culinary talent
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• Detail-driven with
a passion for hospitality and craftsmanship
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What We Need
From You
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style="font-size: 12pt;">Ideally, you bring some (or all) of the following
qualifications and experience
Education
• Culinary qualification or equivalent
professional certification preferred
Experience
• 5–8 years culinary experience
in upscale or luxury dining environments
• Minimum 2–3 years in a senior kitchen
leadership role
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style="font-size: 12pt;">• Experience in British, European, Mediterranean,
or bistro-style dining preferred
• Pre-opening experience is
an advantage
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style="font-size: 12pt;">• GCC/Dubai experience
beneficial
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style="font-size: 12pt;">Personal
Attributes
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style="font-size: 12pt;">• Professional and inspiring leadership
style
• Strong appreciation for culinary heritage
and craftsmanship
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style="font-size: 12pt;">• Calm, composed, and highly organised under
pressure
• Detail-oriented with exceptional execution
standards
• Collaborative and team-focused approach
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• Passionate about
delivering memorable dining experiences through quality, consistency,
and hospitality
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from Us
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style="font-size: 12pt;">At Kimpton Sevn Dubai, part of IHG Hotels &
Resorts, we believe our success begins with our people.
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We invest in you through
competitive compensation, global travel privileges, and meaningful career growth
opportunities within one of the world’s most respected hospitality
groups.We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed
to providing fair and inclusive employment opportunities to all colleagues
and applicants, regardless of race, colour, ethnicity, national origin,
religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age,
disability, marital or family status, veteran status, or any other protected
characteristic under applicable law.
Through our myWellbeing framework,
we actively support the physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing of our
teams—because when our people are supported and thriving, they create
exceptional experiences for our guests and each other
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Kimpton Sevn
Dubai: A Culture of Connection, Craft & Care
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At Kimpton Sevn Dubai,
you are not simply joining a team—you are becoming part of a culture that
is personal, thoughtful, and distinctly human.
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We are a close-knit,
collaborative community where trust is earned, individuality is valued,
and excellence is shaped through genuine care for people
and experience.
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style="font-size: 12pt;">We believe diverse perspectives strengthen our culture
and inspire creativity.
We seek individuals who are naturally intuitive, detail-oriented, and passionate
about creating memorable moments that feel both effortless
and meaningful.
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style="font-size: 12pt;">At Kimpton, hospitality is bold yet refined, expressive
yet intentional. More than a place to stay, we create spaces where guests feel
connected, inspired, and truly welcomed—and where our teams feel empowered
to bring their personality, creativity, and craftsmanship to everything
they do.
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Distinctive?
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style="font-size: 12pt;">If you do not meet every requirement but believe
you bring the right energy, creativity, and passion for people, we would still
love to hear from you.
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style="font-size: 12pt;">Join Kimpton Sevn Dubai and be part of shaping a luxury
lifestyle experience where individuality is celebrated, ideas are valued,
and every detail contributes to something memorable.
