Job Overview
Job Title: Culinary Coach
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE)
Restaurant: Pepe Cucina
Company: Emaar Hospitality Group – Address Hotels + Resorts
Industry: Hospitality, Hotels and Food & Beverage
Experience Required: 1–2 Years
Qualification: High School Diploma in Catering or a College Degree in Hotel Management or a related field preferred
About Emaar Hospitality Group
Emaar Hospitality Group is a leading global hospitality company and a wholly owned subsidiary of Emaar Properties PJSC. The group delivers exceptional lifestyle and hospitality experiences through its portfolio of hotels, resorts, restaurants and leisure destinations.
Address Hotels + Resorts, a flagship brand of Emaar Hospitality Group, is known for its contemporary elegance, personalized service and memorable guest experiences. Guided by its brand philosophy, “Where Life Happens,” Address creates welcoming environments where guests can enjoy outstanding hospitality.
Job Description – Culinary Coach
Emaar Hospitality Group is seeking a service-oriented and passionate Culinary Coach for Pepe Cucina at Address Jumeirah Beach Resort (AJBR), Dubai. The successful candidate will help maintain high standards of food preparation, kitchen operations, food safety and guest satisfaction.
The Culinary Coach will support daily food and beverage production activities, follow established culinary procedures and contribute to delivering consistent, high-quality dining experiences. This role is ideal for hospitality professionals who are enthusiastic about culinary excellence, teamwork and providing memorable restaurant experiences in a luxury hotel environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform daily food and beverage production activities in accordance with established culinary standards, operating procedures and quality requirements.
- Support the kitchen team in preparing and delivering high-quality food while maintaining consistency in taste, presentation and service.
- Follow food hygiene, sanitation and workplace safety procedures to maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment.
- Apply local food safety requirements and HACCP guidelines during food preparation, storage and handling.
- Help prevent guest complaints by maintaining food quality and responding promptly to operational issues.
- Support appropriate service recovery procedures when food-related concerns arise.
- Communicate proactively with chefs, kitchen colleagues and other hotel ambassadors to ensure smooth daily operations.
- Contribute to a positive working environment through teamwork, professionalism and a guest-focused approach.
- Maintain the restaurant’s culinary standards and help deliver a memorable dining experience for every guest.
- Demonstrate flexibility and initiative while supporting the kitchen team during busy service periods.
Qualifications and Requirements
Candidates applying for Culinary Coach jobs in Dubai should meet the following requirements:
- A genuine passion for food, hospitality and delivering excellent guest service.
- A minimum of 1–2 years of relevant experience in a similar culinary or food production role within a five-star hotel or luxury hospitality company.
- A high school diploma in Catering is acceptable; a college degree in Hotel Management or a related field is preferred.
- Good knowledge of food hygiene, food handling practices and HACCP guidelines.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- A positive attitude, professional conduct and a commitment to maintaining high culinary standards.
- The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced restaurant or hotel kitchen.
Workplace: Pepe Cucina – Address Jumeirah Beach Resort (AJBR)