**Description:** **About Hyatt** At Hyatt, care connects us. It all starts with people who care. We believe in the power of belonging – making people feel at home no matter where they are in the world. We turn trips into journeys, encounters into experiences, and jobs into careers. Join a team that is making travel more human, connected, and sustainable. Here, everyone’s role matters. Opportunities are yours to shape, and your individuality is celebrated. **The Role** We are seeking an experienced **Chef de Cuisine (Italian Speaker)** to lead our Italian kitchen within a large, high‑volume hotel operation. This is a senior management position responsible for culinary leadership, people management, operational excellence, and delivering authentic Italian dining experiences in line with Hyatt standards. **What We Offer** At Hyatt, we open doors. There’s a home for every stage of your career. With us, you’ll discover a career you didn’t know existed. We nurture curiosity and provide opportunities for professional training, development, and internal mobility across brands and geographies. **Qualifications:** **Who You Are** Degree or diploma in Culinary Arts or equivalent professional qualification Minimum 8–10 years of progressive experience in authentic Italian cuisine Minimum 3–5 years of experience in a managerial role (Chef de Cuisine, Executive Sous Chef, or Senior Sous Chef) Proven experience working in large hotels, luxury resorts, or high‑volume international operations **Fluent Italian speaker: strong English language skills required** Strong knowledge of regional Italian cuisine, traditional techniques, and menu development Demonstrated ability to lead, manage, and motivate large multicultural kitchen teams Proven experience in staff recruitment, training, coaching, and performance management Strong background in menu costing, budgeting, inventory control, and food cost management In‑depth knowledge of HACCP, food safety, hygiene, and quality standards Ability to manage multiple outlets or service periods while maintaining consistency and quality Strong organizational, planning, and time‑management skills Creative, detail‑oriented, and passionate about delivering authentic Italian dining experiences Ability to perform effectively in a fast‑paced luxury hospitality environment **Primary Location:** AE-AZ-Abu Dhabi **Organization:** Grand Hyatt Abu Dhabi **Job Level:** Full-time **Job:** Culinary **Req ID:** ABU003163 Hyatt is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status or any other group protected by law.