Emirates Flight Catering (EKFC) is actively hiring across Dubai in 2026 for chefs, kitchen staff, drivers, laundry operators, logistics staff, food safety specialists, and corporate roles. EKFC is the world’s largest catering facility — producing 225,000+ meals daily for 114 airlines — and a subsidiary of The Emirates Group. It posted AED 1.1 billion in external revenue in FY2024–25, up 11% year-on-year, and delivered 15.4 million meals. Average chef salary: AED 3,500 – 8,000/month tax-free. Set a record for most meals served in a single day on April 7, 2025.
Current EKFC Jobs UAE — April 2026
EKFC operates 24/7 and recruits continuously across its Dubai International Airport facility, Food Point at Dubai Investment Park, Bustanica vertical farm, and Linencraft laundry division.
- Executive Sous Chef, First Class Kitchen
Dubai International Airport
AED 7,000 – 12,000/mo - Executive Sous Chef – F&B Airports Production
Dubai International Airport
AED 7,000 – 12,000/mo - Assistant F&B Manager – Emirati Talent
Dubai International Airport
AED 12,000 – 22,000
Walk-In Interviews: EKFC holds regular walk-in hiring drives at their main facility near Dubai International Airport. Bring your CV, passport copy, educational certificates, and any food safety or culinary certifications. Check careers.ekfccloud.ae and EKFC LinkedIn for upcoming dates.
Why Work at Emirates Flight Catering UAE?
EKFC is the silent engine behind every meal served on every Emirates flight. It is part of the world’s most profitable aviation group, it set a single-day meal production record in January 2025, and it is expanding its Linencraft laundry facility to handle 400 tonnes per day by 2026. Here is what makes it a genuinely strong employer:
- Tax-Free Salary
100% tax-free earnings in Dubai. No income tax deductions on any salary level — from AED 1,800 for entry roles to AED 12,000+ for head chefs. - Shared Accommodation
Shared staff accommodation provided for operational roles, located close to duty sites at Dubai International Airport. - Free Transport
Company transportation connects staff accommodation with the airport facility. Available for all shift patterns including overnight and early morning. - Annual Flight Ticket
Return airfare to home country annually for all employees. One of the most consistent benefits across all EKFC role categories. - Health Insurance
Comprehensive UAE health insurance for all employees. Family coverage available for selected senior positions. - Free Staff Meals
Discounted or free meals served during every shift from EKFC’s own production kitchens — one of the most valued day-to-day perks for culinary staff. - UAE Work Visa
Full UAE work visa and residency permit processed for all international hires at zero cost to the employee. - Career Progression
Clear culinary career ladder: Commis III → Commis I → Chef de Partie → Sous Chef → Head Chef → Executive Chef. Many EKFC senior chefs started at entry level. - Overtime Pay
All extra duty hours compensated with overtime pay per UAE Labour Law. EKFC operates 24/7 — overtime opportunities are consistent and regular.
EKFC Salary Guide UAE 2026 — Verified Figures
All EKFC salaries are 100% tax-free. Figures below sourced from Glassdoor, Bayt, Indeed UAE, and industry data for 2025–2026:
| Role / Level | Monthly Salary (AED) | Annual (USD est.) | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Assistant / Food Service Agent | AED 1,800 – 2,800 | $5,900 – $9,200 | Entry |
| Laundry Operator (Linencraft) | AED 2,000 – 3,500 | $6,600 – $11,500 | Entry |
| Commis Chef III / II / I | AED 2,500 – 4,000 | $8,200 – $13,100 | Entry – Mid |
| Light / Heavy Driver | AED 2,500 – 4,500 | $8,200 – $14,800 | Entry – Mid |
| High Loader / Ramp Operator | AED 3,000 – 5,000 | $9,800 – $16,400 | Mid |
| Chef de Partie | AED 4,000 – 7,000 | $13,100 – $23,000 | Mid |
| Sales Executive (Foodcraft) | AED 5,000 – 8,000 | $16,400 – $26,200 | Mid |
| Procurement / Supply Chain Officer | AED 5,000 – 9,000 | $16,400 – $29,500 | Mid |
| Food Safety / HACCP Officer | AED 6,000 – 10,000 | $19,700 – $32,800 | Mid – Senior |
| Sous Chef / Head Chef | AED 7,000 – 12,000 | $23,000 – $39,400 | Senior |
| Manager / Department Head | AED 12,000 – 22,000 | $39,400 – $72,200 | Manager |
Tax-Free Advantage: An EKFC Head Chef earning AED 10,000/month = approximately £43,000 UK gross equivalent — with free accommodation, transport, annual flight, and staff meals included. For fresh culinary graduates from South Asia, AED 2,500/month tax-free is 4–6x what the same role pays at home.
EKFC provides standard UAE labor law benefits, including end-of-service payouts. Before you accept any offer, use our UAE FREE GRATUITY CALCULATOR to understand exactly what your final settlement will look like after a 2-year or 5-year contract.
How to Apply for EKFC Careers 2026?
- Visit the Official EKFC Careers Portal
Go to careers.ekfccloud.ae — the only official EKFC hiring platform. Create your candidate profile, upload your CV, and browse current vacancies by category. Do not apply via WhatsApp, Instagram, or third-party agents — EKFC charges zero recruitment fees. - Prepare Your Documents
Have ready: updated CV in PDF format (maximum 2 pages), valid passport copy, recent professional photograph, educational certificates and culinary diplomas, food safety certifications (HACCP, Basic Food Hygiene), and UAE driving licence if applying for driver roles. For culinary roles, list all cuisines, cooking techniques, and volume production experience (e.g. “high-volume airline catering, 5,000+ covers per day”). - Submit Online or Attend a Walk-In Drive
For culinary, driver, and general assistant roles, attending a walk-in interview is the fastest route to an offer. EKFC holds regular walk-in drives at its Dubai International Airport facility. Check careers.ekfccloud.ae and EKFC LinkedIn for upcoming dates. Interview hours are typically 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM. - Practical Kitchen Test (Culinary Roles)
All chef and kitchen staff applicants undergo a practical cooking assessment — be prepared to demonstrate knife skills, mise en place, and production-level cooking under timed conditions. For high-volume airline catering specifically: demonstrate consistency, portioning accuracy, HACCP awareness, and speed. Wear clean kitchen attire and bring your chef knives if you have them. - Medical Fitness Check
All successful EKFC candidates undergo a pre-employment medical examination including general health screening, food handler’s medical clearance, and a vision test for driving roles. This is arranged by EKFC at their approved clinic at zero cost to the candidate. Results are typically available within 3–5 working days. - Visa Processing & Onboarding
After offer acceptance, EKFC processes your UAE work visa, Emirates ID, and residency permit — fully funded by the company. Accommodation and transport are arranged before your start date. Full induction training, HACCP certification, and food safety orientation are completed in your first week. Joining time from offer to first day is typically 3–6 weeks for overseas candidates.
Recruitment Fraud Warning: EKFC will never ask for payment, money transfers, or bank details as part of recruitment. All genuine communications come from @ekfccloud.ae email addresses only. Any agent, WhatsApp contact, or Facebook post requesting fees for EKFC jobs is fraudulent. Report to EKFC directly via emiratesflightcatering.com/contact.
Ready to Join EKFC?
225,000 meals. 114 airlines. 11,000+ colleagues. AED 1.1B revenue growing 11% a year. The world’s biggest catering operation needs the world’s best people — and they’re hiring now.
Apply Now → careers.ekfccloud.ae
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With over 10 years of dedicated experience in the recruitment industry Hussain Muhammad is a seasoned career counselor and author, bringing over a decade of recruitment expertise from the dynamic UAE and Saudi Arabian job markets. As a key voice at Emirates Hiring Services & Solutions, a leading UAE-based job portal, Hussain empowers job seekers with invaluable insights and strategies for career success and help companies to connect with the best talent.
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