Jumeirah Group, a member of Dubai Holding, has been making a distinguished impact on the global hospitality market for more than two decades with its Stay Different™ brand promise. Its award-winning destinations, such as the iconic Burj Al Arab Jumeirah, position service beyond expectations, elevated signature dining destinations and surprising architecture and design at the heart of every guest experience. Today, Jumeirah operates a world-class portfolio of 26 properties across the Middle East, Europe and Asia and employs over 9,000 colleagues, representing over 120 nationalities. As Jumeirah continues to expand its global portfolio and scales up its operations to the next level of growth, it remains fully committed to developing and empowering our colleagues to excel in world class environments. Jumeirah is committed to embedding equality, diversity, and inclusion in all its practices, embracing a culture that celebrates diversity.

Jumeirah Group’s newest resort Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab will lead a new generation of Group’s ultra-luxury portfolio. Nestled at the tip of a peninsula at the heart of Dubai’s largest private beach, with design influences of a futuristic superyacht, Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab will feature 303 rooms, 84 suites, and 82 serviced residences set amid private landscaped gardens. It encompasses specially integrated wellness and leisure destinations and an impressive line-up of signature restaurants, including a new concept comprising 4 restaurants in 1. With all rooms offering a panoramic vista over the Arabian Sea, this statement property will mark a new epoch for Jumeirah Group.

About the Job:

We are actively seeking skilled individuals to join our Sous Chef Talent Pool for full-time positions. The main duties and responsibilities of this role:

• Prepare and cook high quality food according to menu guidelines and recipes and as per instructions received from Sous Chef or Chef De Cuisine

• Follow correct hygienic food handling practices and restaurant’s regular cleaning and waste disposal practices

• Assist Executive Chef / Chef de Cuisine to set service and food standards in compliance with the group’s policies, procedures, and quality standards

• Communicate any issues arising within the section to the Executive Sous Chef and act any further directions given to ensure prompt solution to problems for the smoother operations of the kitchen

• Assist the Executive Chef / Chef de Cuisine in the development of new menu ideas to ensure all menus are seasonal and creative using the finest ingredients and working within the brief

• Manage staff training with the Executive Chef / Chef de Cuisine and maintain an active training plan/Programme for each team member. Make sure all practices that are trained are then followed

• Implement approved departmental policies, processes, and procedures, and provide instructions to subordinates and monitor their adherence so that work is carried out in a controlled and consistent manner while delivering a quality service to guests and maintaining standards of excellence

• Motivate subordinates and contribute to the identification of opportunities for participating in change Initiatives, Programmes and Projects considering best practices, improvement of processes and productivity improvement

• Keeping up to date with industry trends, new techniques, and culinary innovations

• Optimize the use of restaurant resources: food, energy, labour, water

About you:

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:

• At least 5 years of experience; of which at least 2 years as a Sous Chef with a luxury international hotel

• Expert in menu development, pricing, production, and delivery skills

• Proficient in English, Knowledge of additional language is desired

• Expert culinary knowledge of both classical and international culinary trends

• Adaptability and appreciation of cultural diversity

• Team Player with speed, accuracy, and attention to detail

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Strong customer service orientation

About the Benefits:

We offer an attractive tax-free salary, paid in Dirhams (AED), the local currency of the UAE. In addition, we offer generous F&B benefits, reduced hotel rates across our properties globally, excellent leave and health care package including dental coverage, flights home, life insurance, incentive programs, and other employee benefits making the role attractive to high performers and any applicant looking for a career with one of the most luxurious brands in the hospitality industry.