Recruit Exceptional International Culinary Talent

Discover World-Class Culinary Professionals with Alliance Abroad UAE!

With over 30 years of global experience, our expertise lies in matching highly skilled and passionate international culinary professionals with top-tier employers in Dubai.

We manage the recruitment process on your behalf, from marketing campaigns to screening candidates, facilitating online interviews and pre-departure orientations for all your culinary talent.

Let us help you to build your dream team!

Culinary Talent

Recruiting experienced and committed chefs is a specialized niche in the luxury hotel and casual, upscale, and fine-dining restaurant industry. Our expert team has successfully secured prestigious positions for executive chefs, head chefs, pastry chefs, and Commis chefs in the global hospitality sector.

Whether you need one outstanding individual or an entire team for your upcoming opening, we offer a comprehensive, expert, holistic service.

With partners from over 55 countries worldwide, we source candidates from diverse cultural backgrounds who possess personality, a positive attitude, and enthusiasm for the industry.

Programs

Culinary Interns & Trainees -
6-12 months

The Alliance Abroad Intern program is for recent graduates who have a few months of experience in their home country, such as kitchen helpers or kitchen assistants.
The Trainee Program focuses on recent culinary graduates who bring more significant prior work experience, many of whom have previously been on a J1 program in the USA and have obtained great experience working in five-star hotels and resorts across the country. Trainees are typically Commis 3 or Cooks who have at least 2 years' experience and can be hired for a Commis 3 role.
Candidates are offered a 6 to 12-month placements.

Our Candidates are typically:
• 18-27 Years of age
• Recently graduated (within the last 24 months)
• Diploma or bachelor’s degree
• Intermediate/conversational English

Culinary Professionals -
Min. 12 Months

The Culinary Professional Program gives employers the opportunity to hire world-class talent; seasoned professionals with extensive experience in the culinary arts.
Not only will you acquire exceptional and committed team members, but you will also play an important role in facilitating a unique career development opportunity in the UAE and help propel your hires to the next level within your company.

Our Candidates are typically:
• From Commis 1, up to and including Chef de Partie, Sous Chef and Executive Chef.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience (5-star, luxury, high-end restaurants, casual fine dining restaurants and hotels).
• Intermediate to advanced English level

How The Program Works

In collaboration with our global offices and recruitment partners, AAG specializes in crafting and executing bespoke recruitment strategies that connect you to a rich pool of culturally diverse and exceptionally talented individuals.

For example, we can secure the right chef for you if you are looking for specialty chefs from a particular country or with specific cuisine experience.

To ensure a smooth transition and a positive experience for the talent you hire, our experienced and dedicated team will ease your burden by handling all the heavy lifting.

With a seamless process powered by innovative technology, our service covers every step:

Global marketing campaigns
Document collection
Pre-screening interviews
Onboarding candidates
Post-arrival support

The Benefits

Why work with Alliance Abroad UAE?

The Dubai-based team specialises in connecting UAE employers with top-tier culinary and hospitality talent worldwide. Leveraging an extensive network and hospitality industry acumen, we ensure a seamless hiring process including marketing, vetting, interviews, document collection and more, simplifying your hiring process and effectively addressing your recruitment challenges.

Why enhance your existing team with international talent?

Enhancing your team with talent from Alliance Abroad offers numerous benefits. Our global network spans over 55 countries, providing access to diverse, skilled candidates with unique cultural perspectives. These professionals are selected for their exceptional skills, positive attitudes, and passion for hospitality. By integrating Alliance Abroad-sourced talent, you can infuse fresh ideas, enhance customer experiences, and foster a dynamic work environment, ensuring alignment with your company’s values and goals.

Feedback from some of our clients

The alliance that we have with Alliance Abroad is very much about making the whole process from start to finish a lot smoother. From originally sourcing the candidates to being able to refine it down to the point of what we exactly need for our operations just makes it incredibly straightforward. (The Fair) has been incredibly well organized and it’s actually been a really smooth process from start to finish. To be able to see the candidates, to do the cooking and the interviewing process has been incredibly well organized. The caliber of chefs that we’ve looked at in Dubai has been incredible, and that’s the reason that we’re here in Dubai because I think that the training that the chefs get here is probably some of the best in the world.

Peter Reffell, Group Executive Chef, Morris Group

Feedback from some of our clients

From the outset, communication has been clear between us as a host employer and AGG, especially with any questions or support. In addition, the quality of trainees has been first class. I have found it is very difficult to find quality kitchen staff locally and this program has certainly helped bridge the gap for our restaurant. I would highly recommend the program to anyone in the hospitality industry looking for additional kitchen staff who are proven to be punctual, professional and fast learners.”

Jacqui Poulier, Alatonero

Feedback from some of our clients

Alliance Abroad have a fantastic partnership with Solotel and have provided opportunities for skilled chefs from across the globe for our venues. We have hired some remarkable candidates who have been a great success. The process is handled seamlessly by Arlene and Bianca and our candidates have always been thankful for the care, attention and help they have received from the team to help them settle into their new destination. Thank you Alliance Abroad

Bianca Crossley, SOLOTEL

Recruit Exceptional International Culinary Talent

Culinary Talent

Programs

Culinary Interns & Trainees - 6-12 months

Culinary Professionals - Min. 12 Months

How The Program Works

The Benefits

Why work with Alliance Abroad UAE?

Why enhance your existing team with international talent?

Feedback from some of our clients

Feedback from some of our clients

Feedback from some of our clients

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Culinary Interns & Trainees -
6-12 months

Culinary Professionals -
Min. 12 Months