374 Catering Staff jobs in the United Arab Emirates

The Catering Specialist provides technical support and detailed financial input to develop catering concepts of operations for client solutions and bids prepared in response to Requests for Proposals.

The focus is on creating unique catering concepts tailored to the client's requirements, for commercial and military clients in remote areas of the world. Services provided range from construction, catering, and fuels to full O&M and life-support services. Projects vary in size, requiring attention to detail and precision.

The Catering Specialist prepares full menu cycles for various nationalities, including special meals and events, and creates layouts for kitchen and dining facilities. He develops meal registration systems, food storage concepts, and stock management systems for remote camps. Additionally, he develops:

• Equipment lists
• Staffing plans and organization charts
• Shift rosters and rotations
• Catering-specific training plans

He develops mobilization plans, SOPs for catering services, customer service plans, and contract/project management solutions. He is responsible for cost planning and estimating for all catering services, kitchens, DFACs, equipment, personnel, training, uniforms, PPE, etc. He creates assessment plans and develops team structures.

The Catering Specialist provides leadership on food safety, health and safety, HACCP, ISO 9001 principles, and international standards.

Experience:

• 10 years' experience in remote-site oil & gas catering operations
• Onshore and offshore camp operations experience desirable
• Mobilizing new contracts in various territories
• Operational experience in Africa, Eurasia, the Far East, or Australasia
• Catering qualification

Background and character:

• English educated, with good writing skills
• Attention to detail
• Flexible and adaptable to changing requirements
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to identify client drivers
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
• Flexible work approach and willingness to work additional hours
• Ability to understand complex RFPs and prepare plans
• Solution-oriented mindset
• Strong IT skills
• Enthusiastic and energetic

About The Company

Ecolog provides life support and infrastructural services to enable your mission, even under tough conditions. Our services include logistics, waste management, laundry, fuel supply, and more, offered on a sole supplier basis. We quickly find the best solutions for your needs and challenges.

We are there when you need us – always on time.

Our service solutions support multinational task forces, aid organizations, and private companies operating in crisis zones worldwide.

Ecolog is committed to excellence, reliability, and professionalism. You focus on your mission; we take care of your needs

MINIMUM 7 YEARS IN INDUSTRIAL CATERING UAE

Responsibilities:

1. Monitor overall operations including off sites and report to OPM on a daily basis.
2. Responsible for the successful implementation and compliance of Integrated Management System at site and an active member of IMS Team.
3. Prepare the monthly menu with the coordination of OPM & Chef and send it to OPM every month.
4. Check & approve the Weekly indent prepared by OPM and send it for final approval, ensuring alignment with the approved monthly menu.
5. Check & approve the materials request required for the next day, ensuring compliance with the approved budget.
6. Monitor and analyze pre & post production wastage details and send them to OPM daily with analysis & trend chart.
7. Conduct Managers & Supervisors meetings with coordination of all department heads.
8. Collect customer feedback from concerned authorities and provide solutions to all complaints, information, and suggestions regarding food service, housekeeping, laundry, and food dispatching.
9. Prepare a customer feedback summary with corrective actions for complaints and send it to OPM daily.
10. Monitor purchases and ensure all materials received in stores are as per ASL & APL.
11. Ensure safe work is carried out at all times by adhering to Health and Safety Standards to achieve an incident-free workplace.
12. Coordinate with OPM to conduct menu development programs and identify 10 new dishes for each month for approval by OPM.
13. Mentor and monitor low performers, conduct counseling sessions, and send reports to OPM.
14. Conduct Managers & Supervisors meetings weekly with coordination of OPM.
15. Conduct client meetings with coordination of OPM as required, preparing the Minutes of Meeting (MOM) to be circulated with an action plan to OPM.
16. Monitor logistics operations and report to OPM daily.

The Catering Specialist provides technical support and detailed financial input to develop catering concepts of operations for client solutions and bids prepared in response to Requests for Proposals.

The focus is on creating unique catering concepts tailored to the client’s requirements, for commercial and military clients in remote areas of the world. Services provided range from construction, catering, and fuels to full O&M and life-support services. Projects vary in size, requiring attention to detail and precision.

The Catering Specialist prepares full menu cycles for various nationalities, including special meals and events, and creates layouts for kitchen and dining facilities. He develops meal registration systems, food storage concepts, and stock management systems for remote camps. Additionally, he develops:

• Equipment lists
• Staffing plans and organization charts
• Shift rosters and rotations
• Catering-specific training plans

He develops mobilization plans, SOPs for catering services, customer service plans, and contract/project management solutions. He is responsible for cost planning and estimating for all catering services, kitchens, DFACs, equipment, personnel, training, uniforms, PPE, etc. He creates assessment plans and develops team structures.

The Catering Specialist provides leadership on food safety, health and safety, HACCP, ISO 9001 principles, and international standards.

Experience:

• 10 years’ experience in remote-site oil & gas catering operations
• Onshore and offshore camp operations experience desirable
• Mobilizing new contracts in various territories
• Operational experience in Africa, Eurasia, the Far East, or Australasia
• Catering qualification

Background and character:

• English educated, with good writing skills
• Attention to detail
• Flexible and adaptable to changing requirements
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to identify client drivers
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
• Flexible work approach and willingness to work additional hours
• Ability to understand complex RFPs and prepare plans
• Solution-oriented mindset
• Strong IT skills
• Enthusiastic and energetic

About The Company

Ecolog provides life support and infrastructural services to enable your mission, even under tough conditions. Our services include logistics, waste management, laundry, fuel supply, and more, offered on a sole supplier basis. We quickly find the best solutions for your needs and challenges.

We are there when you need us – always on time.

Our service solutions support multinational task forces, aid organizations, and private companies operating in crisis zones worldwide.

Ecolog is committed to excellence, reliability, and professionalism. You focus on your mission; we take care of your needs!

• Co-ordinate guest needs within the hotel
• Keep the guests informed about the formalities any special conditions relating to their stay and the services available
• Driving the catering vehicleto deliver food beverages and equipment to event locations.
• Maintain an up to date knowledge of the hotel and local services
• Enter in the logbook all trips made: departure time mileage time of return purpose of trip etc.
• Adhering to all traffic laws and company policies ensuring safe and responsible driving.
• Follow up on guest requests and ensure the guest is provided with all the assistance needed
• Assisting with the loading and unloading of catering items which may include heavy objects.
• Ensure the security of guests property during transfers
• Report any accident involving hotels car to the FOM
• Report for duty punctually wearing the correct uniform and name tag
• Ensuring the vehicle is well-maintained clean and in good working order including daily inspections and reporting any issues.
• Working with the catering team and other departments to ensure smooth delivery and setup.
• Read and understand the hotels Employee Handbook and adhere to the hotels rules and regulations in particular the policies and procedures relating to Fire Hygiene Health and Safety
• Comply with local legislation as required
• Be flexible and extend job duties to carry out any other reasonable duties and responsibilities within the job capability as assigned including redeployment to alternative departments/areas if required to meet business demands and guest service needs
• Attend training and meetings as and when required

Qualifications :

• Valid UAE driving license.
• Driving Experience is a must especially for truck driver or similar role particularly within the UAE.
• Good interpersonal skills guest oriented and service minded.
• Good listening skills and ability to anticipate.
• Good presentation and confident speaking skills.

Additional Information :

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract recruit and promote diverse talent.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time

MINIMUM 7 YEARS IN INDUSTRIAL CATERING UAE

Responsibilities:

• Monitor overall operations including off sites and report to OPM on a daily basis.
• Responsible for the successful implementation and compliance of Integrated Management System at site and an active member of IMS Team.
• Prepare the monthly menu with the coordination of OPM & Chef and send it to OPM every month.
• Check & approve the Weekly indent prepared by OPM and send it for final approval, ensuring alignment with the approved monthly menu.
• Check & approve the materials request required for the next day, ensuring compliance with the approved budget.
• Monitor and analyze pre & post production wastage details and send them to OPM daily with analysis & trend chart.
• Conduct Managers & Supervisors meetings with coordination of all department heads.
• Collect customer feedback from concerned authorities and provide solutions to all complaints, information, and suggestions regarding food service, housekeeping, laundry, and food dispatching.
• Prepare a customer feedback summary with corrective actions for complaints and send it to OPM daily.
• Monitor purchases and ensure all materials received in stores are as per ASL & APL.
• Ensure safe work is carried out at all times by adhering to Health and Safety Standards to achieve an incident-free workplace.
• Coordinate with OPM to conduct menu development programs and identify 10 new dishes for each month for approval by OPM.
• Mentor and monitor low performers, conduct counseling sessions, and send reports to OPM.
• Conduct Managers & Supervisors meetings weekly with coordination of OPM.
• Conduct client meetings with coordination of OPM as required, preparing the Minutes of Meeting (MOM) to be circulated with an action plan to OPM.
• Monitor logistics operations and report to OPM daily.

Job Summary

The role of an Executive Catering Sales Manager is to drive strategic and proactive catering sales efforts at a Luxury Desert Resort. This position involves achieving revenue goals, guest satisfaction, and implementing the brand's service strategy across all aspects of the sales process.

Key Responsibilities

• Build long-term customer relationships that enable achievement of hotel sales objectives.
• Drive optimization of catering revenue opportunities through upselling and forecasting revenues for all events.
• Contribute market feedback to facilitate key decisions on catering strategy.

Scope and Business Context

• A Full Time / Part Time position based at the Al Maha, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort and Spa.
• Number of Direct Reports - 0
• Titles of Direct Reports – 0

Candidate Profile

Experience:

Skills and Knowledge:

Education or Certification:

Lead Generation & Prospecting

• Proactively seek new business opportunities through research, networking, and outreach to potential clients in key markets, including corporate groups, travel agencies, event planners, and high-net-worth individuals.
• Build and maintain a healthy sales pipeline by identifying and qualifying leads, initiating contact, and securing appointments to discuss event opportunities and group bookings.
• Attend industry events and networking functions, building connections with key stakeholders, potential clients, and industry influencers to promote resort offerings.

Client Relationship Management

• Establish and nurture long-term relationships with potential clients, becoming a trusted advisor for their catering needs.
• Respond to inquiries quickly and professionally, ensuring prompt and personalized service to build rapport and trust with potential clients, while coordinating with the Events Booking Centre to ensure seamless communication and follow-up on all event-related inquiries.
• Conduct regular follow-up communications (via email, phone calls, meetings) to maintain relationships and keep resort top of mind for future event opportunities.

Sales Presentations & Negotiations

• Conduct personalized sales presentations to potential clients, clearly communicating the unique catering offerings of the resort to differentiate it from competitors.
• Utilize strong negotiation skills to close deals, ensuring mutually beneficial terms while maximizing revenue and aligning with resort objectives.

Market & Competitive Analysis

• Monitor market trends, competitor offerings, and industry developments to understand pricing dynamics, customer preferences, and emerging opportunities.
• Adjust sales strategies based on market shifts and competitive activity to stay ahead of the competition and ensure resort offerings remain compelling.

Sales Target Achievement

• Meet and exceed sales targets for catering events and day packages at the resort by driving proactive efforts in prospecting, follow-ups, and deal closures.
• Utilize CRM tools and sales systems to track performance against goals, manage customer information, and forecast future bookings to ensure consistent revenue growth.

Upselling & Cross-selling

• Actively upsell additional services to maximize revenue opportunities, such as premium accommodations, exclusive spa packages, desert experiences, etc.
• Cross-sell resort services to existing clients, including expanding bookings into multiple events or securing repeat business through tailored offers and loyalty incentives.

Client Feedback & Continuous Improvement

• Collect feedback from clients after events to identify areas for improvement and ensure that any issues or concerns are addressed promptly.
• Utilize client insights to refine sales strategies, offerings, and service delivery, ensuring continuous improvement in customer satisfaction and service excellence.

Sales Reporting & Analysis

• Maintain detailed records of sales activities and client interactions in SFA.
• Analyze sales data regularly, including lead conversion rates, revenue generation, and sales cycle duration, to identify opportunities for process improvement and more efficient sales tactics.

Team Collaboration

• Work closely with the catering and operations teams to ensure seamless coordination between sales and event execution, guaranteeing a high level of service and guest satisfaction.
• Support the broader sales team in sharing best practices, participating in team meetings, and coordinating with each Head of Department to ensure alignment and effective account management.

We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status.

The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts offers authentic experiences that evoke lasting, treasured memories. Our over 100 years of experience serves as a solid foundation as we continuously evolve to exceed the desires of the luxury traveler.

From legendary palaces and remote retreats to timeless modern classics, each luxury hotel and resort is a unique and cherished expression of its locale – a portal to the destination's cultural charms and treasures.

We are seeking a talented and ambitious individual to join our sales team as a Conference Catering Sales Executive. As a key member of the team, you will be responsible for selling catering services to clients and managing customer relationships.

• This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a leading organization in the hospitality industry and to develop your skills and knowledge in sales, marketing, and customer service.
• You will be working closely with cross-functional teams, including sales, marketing, and operations, to deliver exceptional results and exceed customer expectations.

We are a reputable company with a strong presence in the Middle East region. Our mission is to provide excellent service to our customers and to create memorable experiences through our events and conferences.

• Sell catering services to clients and manage customer relationships to ensure high levels of satisfaction and loyalty.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional results and exceed customer expectations.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key decision-makers and stakeholders to identify business opportunities and drive revenue growth.
• Monitor and analyze sales data to identify trends and areas for improvement, and make recommendations to senior management.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless execution of sales strategies and customer service initiatives.

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field.
• At least 1 year of experience in sales or a related field.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are a motivated and results-driven individual who is passionate about delivering exceptional customer service, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Job Overview

We are seeking a skilled Sales Manager to join our team in Dubai. The ideal candidate will have experience in sales and marketing, with a proven track record of achieving sales targets.

Responsibilities

• Lead generation and client relationship management
• Sales presentations and negotiations
• Market analysis and research
• Achieving sales targets and collaborating with marketing teams
• Upselling and gathering client feedback
• Sales reporting and team collaboration

Requirements

• At least 1 year experience in sales and marketing or related professional area
• Previous experience as a Sales Executive in a 4/5-star hotel is preferred
• Experience in catering sales is essential; familiarity with sales systems is a plus

Skills and Qualifications

• Strong negotiation and creative selling skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and OPERA Sales & Catering systems
• Excellent communication, research, prospecting, and relationship management abilities

Education or Certification

A 2-year degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related field, with 4 years of relevant experience, or a 4-year bachelor's degree in a similar field.