Executive Pastry Sous Chef

Ecole Ducasse Abu Dhabi Studio; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in culinary education is seeking a passionate Executive Culinary Sous Chef to elevate guest experiences through exceptional cooking classes. This role involves managing culinary operations, ensuring guest satisfaction, and leading a talented kitchen team. You will be responsible for budget management, strategic execution, and developing partnerships while promoting the brand's image in the culinary world. If you have a strong background in hospitality and a passion for gastronomy, this opportunity is perfect for you to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in unit management within luxury hotels or standalone restaurants.
• Strong interest in gastronomy and hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Lead and guide guests with cooking techniques to enhance their experience.
• Manage culinary kitchen operations and budget effectively.
• Develop partnerships and represent the brand locally and internationally.

Skills

Culinary Management

Budget Monitoring

Guest Experience Management

P&L Analysis

Culinary Skills Development

Education

Higher Education in Hospitality

Job description

Job Role

Your ambition will be to become the Executive Culinary Sous Chef at Ecole Ducasse Abu Dhabi Studio, ensuring maximum guest satisfaction and enhancing the guest experience during cooking classes. You will lead and guide guests with cooking techniques in an informative way to continually improve the quality of the experience.

Key Priorities

• Guest experience and expectations
• Culinary kitchen management and budget monitoring
• Culinary management and coordination

Responsibilities

Budget Management

• P&L analysis and correction for Culinary
• Preparation of business reviews and B2B strategies

Strategic and Operational Execution

• Implementing overall objectives and strategic action plans
• Achieving annual objectives with the management team
• Understanding the competitive landscape in Abu Dhabi and UAE
• Communicating objectives with the management team
• Supporting departmental missions and objectives
• Assisting in final presentations to the CEO/COO
• Managing productivity to meet growth aligned with budget KPIs
• Ensuring food quality and quantity to satisfy customers, based on feedback and meal tastings
• Monitoring work processes of reports to maximize productivity and coordination
• Promoting on-the-job training and culinary skills development

Management and Recruitment

• Direct management of the culinary front of house
• Supporting the kitchen team management
• Conducting annual performance reviews
• Leading first interviews with the GM for culinary recruits
• Managing apprentice programs and liaising with schools

Partnership Development

• Managing existing partnerships in collaboration with management
• Developing new partnerships as needed
• Negotiating and monitoring contracts with B2B and B2C partners
• Supporting teams during events and operational coordination between EDADS and ERTH Hospitality

Brand and Image Development

• Representing and promoting Ecole Ducasse Abu Dhabi Studio locally and internationally, including media engagements
• Participating in international studio opening projects
• Ensuring safety and maintenance of work areas and equipment

Experience and Qualifications

• Proven experience in unit management within luxury hotels or standalone restaurants
• Higher education in hospitality or related fields
• Strong interest in gastronomy and hospitality
• Fluent in English