In-flight Chef   

WHY BE AN IN-FLIGHT CHEF:   
Working in Diamond 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.
 
WHAT YOU WILL DO:   
You must exceed our guests' expectations onboard 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 the Diamond First Class zone. As requested, you may also need to participate in duties at the catering centre, in Etihad lounges and at corporate, PR and VIP functions.
 
MINIMUM CRITERIA AND QUALIFICATIONS    

To become one of our award winning In-flight Chefs you will need to meet the following criteria and qualifications:

• Qualified Chef - minimum 4 years as Chef.
• Experience gained must be 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.

WORLDWIDE ASSESSMENT SCHEDULE     
Check the WORLDWIDE ASSESSMENT SCHEDULE section of our Etihad Careers website for details of where and when we will be in the next few months. This is updated on a regular basis.