Head of Culinary & F&B Operations
Posted:
Position: Head of Culinary & F&B Operations – UAE
Date Posted: June 28, 2026
Industry: Hospitality / Food & Beverage / Entertainment
Employment Type: Full Time
Experience: 8–12 Years in Culinary & F&B Operations
Qualification: Degree or Diploma in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, or a Related Field
Salary: AED 5000 to 10000 (estimated)
Location: Dubai & Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Company: Loco Bear
Description:
Loco Bear is seeking an experienced and visionary Head of Culinary & F&B Operations – UAE to lead and enhance food and beverage operations across its venues in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. This leadership role is ideal for a results-driven hospitality professional with extensive experience managing high-volume culinary operations while maintaining exceptional food quality, operational efficiency, and guest satisfaction.
The successful candidate will oversee all aspects of culinary and F&B operations, including team leadership, budgeting, procurement, operational planning, and pre-opening activities. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the growth of a dynamic hospitality and entertainment brand while driving operational excellence across multiple locations.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead and oversee culinary and food & beverage operations across all UAE venues.
• Ensure consistent food quality, service standards, and exceptional guest experiences.
• Manage food costs, operational budgets, manpower planning, and resource allocation.
• Develop, implement, and optimize SOPs, operational systems, and business processes.
• Oversee procurement activities and maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers.
• Manage catering operations, large-scale events, and high-volume food production.
• Lead team training, coaching, and performance development initiatives.
• Support new venue openings, pre-launch planning, and operational readiness.
Requirements:
• 8–12 years of experience in culinary and food & beverage operations.
• Proven experience managing high-volume hospitality operations.
• UAE hospitality or entertainment industry experience is preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Valid UAE driving licence and own vehicle are mandatory.
• Strong knowledge of:
• Food cost management, budgeting, and manpower planning.
• SOP development, operational excellence, and process improvement.
• Procurement, vendor management, food safety, hygiene, and regulatory compliance.
• Pre-opening operations, event catering, and large-scale food production
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