A Role That Brings
Colour, Culture & Culinary Storytelling Together – The Scarlet Macaw
Identity
style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;">At Kimpton Sevn Dubai, Scarlet Macaw is more than a restaurant—it is
an experience inspired by nature, rhythm, and vibrant Latin American
energy.
style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;">Named after the Scarlet Macaw, a striking Neotropical parrot native
to the forests of Central and South America, the concept reflects bold colours,
expressive flavours, and immersive hospitality. It is a celebration of reds,
greens, golds, and the dynamic spirit of Latin culture brought to life through
food, design, and atmosphere.
style="font-size: 12pt;">We are looking for a Chef de Cuisine who can translate
this energy into every dish—someone who leads with creativity, discipline,
and cultural respect while delivering a bold, memorable dining
experience.
style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;">You are not only leading a kitchen—you are bringing a story to life
on every plate.
style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;">One Kitchen. One Culture. One Immersive
Experience.
style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;">At Scarlet Macaw, dining is vibrant, expressive,
and alive.
style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;">As Chef de Cuisine, you ensure:
style="font-size: 12pt;">• Authentic and inspired execution of Latin American
cuisine concepts
• Consistent delivery
of bold, flavour-driven dishes with visual impact
style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;">• Strong leadership of a high-energy, multicultural kitchen
brigade
• Seamless alignment between food,
storytelling, and guest experience
style="font-size: 12pt;">You create a kitchen that moves with rhythm, energy,
and precision.
style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;">Why This Role Matters
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Scarlet Macaw is a sensory
journey—colour, sound, flavour, and emotion combined.
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In this role, you support
the Cluster Director of Culinary by:
style="font-size: 12pt;">• Bringing the Scarlet Macaw culinary vision to life
through execution
• Leading a kitchen
that reflects energy, creativity, and cultural
authenticity
• Ensuring operational
excellence while preserving culinary identity
style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;">• Driving consistency across all service periods and guest
touchpoints
• Developing a team capable
of delivering high-impact dining experiences
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You are the guardian of both
flavour and experience.
style="font-size: 12pt;">Be the Leader Behind
the Experience
style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;">You are expressive, structured, and creatively
disciplined.
style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;">Through your leadership, you will:
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• Lead daily kitchen
operations for Scarlet Macaw• Oversee
all food preparation, presentation, and service execution
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• Ensure consistency in Latin-inspired dishes and menu
standards• Manage kitchen brigade
performance, training, and development
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• Maintain energy, pace, and precision during high-volume
service
style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;">Your leadership defines the rhythm of
the restaurant.
style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;">What We’ll Support You to Do
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style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;">Bring Culinary Storytelling to Life
style="line-height: normal;">Translate Latin American
inspiration into bold, memorable dishes.
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Brigade
style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;">Develop talent capable of delivering vibrant, consistent
execution.
style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;">Maintain Operational Excellence
style="line-height: normal;">Balance creativity
with structure, discipline, and efficiency.
style="line-height: normal;">Elevate the Guest Dining
Experience
style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;">Ensure food, presentation, and timing enhance the immersive
journey.
style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;">The Gig
style="font-size: 12pt;">Reporting to the Cluster Director of Culinary, the Chef
de Cuisine leads the Scarlet Macaw kitchen at Kimpton Sevn Dubai, ensuring
the delivery of a bold, immersive, and culturally inspired dining
experience.
style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;">• The Opportunity: Lead a concept-driven kitchen rooted in Latin energy
and creativity
• The Focus: Culinary
storytelling, execution, and team leadership
style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;">• The Impact: Create a dining experience that is visually striking,
emotionally engaging, and unforgettable
style="font-size: 12pt;">You will shape the heartbeat of Scarlet
Macaw.
style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;">Stay Human
style="font-size: 12pt;">At Kimpton, even the boldest concepts remain deeply
human.
style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;">In this role, you will:
style="font-size: 12pt;">• Lead with passion, respect, and cultural
appreciation
• Encourage expression,
creativity, and individuality within the kitchen
style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;">• Build a team culture rooted in energy, pride,
and collaboration
• Bring emotion
and storytelling into culinary execution
style="font-size: 12pt;">Every plate reflects the spirit of the Macaw—bold,
expressive, and alive.
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
style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;">• Oversee daily culinary operations across all service
periods
• Ensure smooth and energetic service
flow aligned with restaurant pace
• Maintain
consistency in flavour, presentation, and quality standards
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Culinary
Leadership
style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;">• Lead, train, and inspire a high-energy kitchen
brigade
• Conduct daily briefings and service
preparation sessions
• Drive performance,
discipline, and team engagement
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Control
style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;">• Execute Latin-inspired menus in line with culinary
direction
• Ensure authenticity,
balance, and bold flavour profiles
• Maintain
strict quality control across all dishes
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Management
style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;">• Monitor food cost, wastage, and inventory
efficiency
• Support procurement
and stock management processes
• Optimise
kitchen productivity without compromising quality
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Hygiene &
Compliance
style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;">• Maintain HACCP, safety, and hygiene standards
style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;">• Ensure full compliance with operational
guidelines
• Conduct regular audits
and corrective actions
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• Support kitchen set-up
and operational readiness for launch• Assist
in menu testing and recipe finalisation
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• Participate in training, mock service, and concept
calibration• Contribute to SOP
development for a concept-driven kitchen
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What Success Looks
Like
style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;">• A fully realised Scarlet Macaw culinary
experience
• Consistent delivery
of bold, flavourful, and visually striking dishes
style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;">• A motivated, skilled, and high-energy kitchen
team
• Strong operational discipline
supporting creative execution
• Seamless
service aligned with immersive guest experience
style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;">• Successful pre-opening delivery and concept
launch
style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;">Who This Role Is Perfect For
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• Passionate culinary leader
with strong creative identity• Experience
in Latin American or vibrant global cuisine concepts
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• Strong background in luxury, lifestyle, or destination
dining• Energetic, disciplined, and hands-on
kitchen operator• Strong team builder
and cultural motivator• Detail-driven with
a passion for storytelling through food
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What We Need
From You
style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;">Ideally, you bring some (or all) of the following qualifications
and experience
style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;">Education
style="font-size: 12pt;">• Culinary qualification or equivalent professional
certification preferred
style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;">Experience
style="font-size: 12pt;">• 5–8 years culinary experience in upscale or lifestyle
dining
• Minimum 2–3 years in a senior kitchen
leadership role
• Experience
in concept-driven or themed restaurant environments
preferred
• Pre-opening experience
is an advantage
• GCC/Dubai experience
beneficial
style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;">Personal Attributes
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• High-energy and creatively
expressive leadership style• Strong
passion for culturally inspired cuisine
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• Calm, focused, and disciplined under pressure
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• Detail-oriented with strong execution standards
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• Collaborative and team-focused approach
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• Deep respect for culinary storytelling and guest
experience
style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;">What You Can Expect from Us
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At Kimpton Sevn Dubai, part
of IHG Hotels & Resorts, we believe our success begins with our
people.
style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;">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.
style="font-size: 12pt;">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.
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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.
style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;">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.
style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;">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.
style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;">Ready to Shape Something
Distinctive?
style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;">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.
style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;">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.
