Dubai Executive Sous Chef — Luxury Hotel Kitchen Leader

Kerzner International; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Kerzner International in Dubai seeks an experienced Pastry Chef to oversee kitchen operations, maintain high food quality, and lead the pastry team. You will train staff, manage inventories, ensure HACCP compliance, and uphold company standards across all service periods.

This full-time, on-site role requires a strong background in luxury hospitality, team leadership, and meticulous attention to detail to deliver exceptional desserts and presentations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in a similar five-star hotel role.
• Proven leadership experience in the culinary field.
• Ability to lead diverse teams of different nationalities.
• Strong cost-control experience (food, equipment, labour, wastage).
• Knowledge of menu planning, inventory, and kitchen management.
• Able to adapt to market trends in food for hotel guests and local market.
• Capable of handling large and small volume production.

Responsibilities

• Oversees kitchen operations; monitors food prep, presentation, and delivery.
• Ensures high quality and constant adherence to Executive Chef standards.
• Trains staff and supervises galley operations and schedules.
• Maintains HACCP compliance and food safety practices.
• Manages inventory, equipment, and daily production records.
• Ensures proper uniforms, hygiene, and professional conduct.
• Coordinates with Provision Master for requisitions and perishables.

Skills

Team leadership

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Hygiene

Customer focus

Reliability

Microsoft Windows proficiency

Education

Degree in Hotel Management

Diploma in Culinary Arts

HACCP certified

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Job description

Kerzner International in Dubai seeks an experienced Pastry Chef to oversee kitchen operations, maintain high food quality, and lead the pastry team. You will train staff, manage inventories, ensure HACCP compliance, and uphold company standards across all service periods.

This full-time, on-site role requires a strong background in luxury hospitality, team leadership, and meticulous attention to detail to deliver exceptional desserts and presentations.