In-Flight Chef

Job description / Role

Take your career to a new height by joining us as an In-flight Chef working on board in our First Class zone. As an award winning airline, we recruit the best chefs who have proven experience and a desire to achieve and exceed guest satisfaction. This is your chance to do what you do best whilst flying all over the world.

Working in First Class, you'll have the opportunity to oversee and manage all kitchen operations while ensuring that our guests receive impeccable service and quality while they dine.

If you are interested in a chefs role with a difference, read on and apply now to join our team.

You must exceed our guests expectations on-board and deliver great service 100% of the time, whilst offering a unique taste of United Arab Emirates hospitality cultured, considerate, warm and generous. You will oversee and be accountable for the catering loading and food quality in First Class. As requested, you may also need to participate in duties at the catering centre, in Etihad lounges and at corporate, PR and VIP functions.

Requirements

- Qualified Chef , experience in 4/5 star hotels, fine dining establishments or cruise liners.
- Minimum age 21 years.
- Fluent in English; verbal, written and comprehension. Fluency in another language is an advantage.
- Must be confident in water and be able to swim with the aid of a flotation device.
- Able to reach 210cms without shoes.
- No tattoos that would be visible whilst wearing the Etihad uniform (bandages and cosmetic coverings are not permitted).
- No body piercings that would be visible whilst wearing the Etihad uniform, other than one earring in the lower lobe of each ear for females only (bandages and cosmetic coverings are not permitted).
- Educated to a minimum level of accredited secondary education or equivalent
- Never convicted of a criminal offense.
- Excellent personal presentation, style and image.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Willing to comply with UAE and GCAA visa, medical and health screening requirements.

About the Company

Etihad Airways is the National Airline of the United Arab Emirates. The airline was set up by a Royal Decree in July 2003, with Abu Dhabi, the capital of the UAE, as its hub. Etihad started commercial operations in November 2003.

With Etihad, everyone who flies with us is welcomed as our guest.

This simple credo illuminates everything we do, from big things like making sure that our fleet is one of the most advanced in the sky, to small touches like letting you choose the films you watch.

Were proud to be the National Airline of the United Arab Emirates. At the crossroads between Europe and Asia, our home reflects our commitment to bringing the world closer together - as does our highly cosmopolitan staff.