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Dubai Holding Sous Chef - Lobby Lounge - Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab in Dubai, United Arab Emirates

About Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab:

Nestled at the tip of a peninsula at the heart of Dubai’s most exclusive private beach, Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab is a new lifestyle destination, infused with the warmth and generosity of Arabian Hospitality. Featuring an avant-garde, superyacht-inspired exterior designed by architect Shaun Killa, Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab includes a resort with 386 rooms and suites, 82 luxury residences, an 82-berth superyacht marina, an impressive spa and a range of curated dining experiences. With five pools set in lush landscaping, 11 restaurants and nine bars crafted by internationally acclaimed designers, and all rooms and residences featuring unobstructed views of the city skyline, Jumeirah Burj Al Arab and the shimmering Arabian Gulf, it’s an undisputable new go-to destination in Dubai. The 3,500 square meter Talise spa set over three floors completes the offering, providing female-only spaces and 13 treatment suites, each with a private terrace and captivating views over the Arabian Peninsula. Setting the stage for a guest journey that explores the evocative world of wellness, tantalising cuisine and mixology, guests are invited to unite, celebrate, or simply enjoy a moment of peaceful reflection by the water.

About the Job:

An opportunity has arisen for a Sous Chef to join our team in our Lobby Lounge at Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab . 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 the Chef De Cuisine

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

  • 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

  • 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

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

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

  • Supervise and check every dish sent from the section to ensure adherence to the kitchen quality standards

  • Adhere to all relevant Health, Safety and Environment procedures, Fire and Safetyinstructions, controls, and audit requirements in compliance with HACAP and Jumeirah standard operating procedures so that Jumeirah Group provides world class and luxurious hospitality services to its guests

  • In the absence of senior chefs and ensure daily kitchen records and labelling standards are being always maintained and all set standards and quality procedures are adhered to

  • 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

About You:

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

  • Progressive experience in a professional restaurant, preferably in the same role, with a focus in high-end restaurants or luxury hospitality brands.

  • Skilled in a diverse array of culinary techniques and cooking methods, with a preferred international experience.

  • Formal culinary training or relevant education from a recognized culinary institute.

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.

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