Emerging Sous Chef: Lead, Craft & Elevate Menus

Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts; Dubai; On-site; AED 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Accor in Dubai is seeking a talented Junior Sous Chef to join our dynamic culinary team. In this hands-on role, you'll support the Sous Chef and Head Chef to maintain exceptional food quality and innovation in a fast-paced environment.

You will mentor kitchen staff, manage operations, and collaborate with front-of-house to deliver memorable guest experiences while upholding safety standards. The position offers learning opportunities and a path to leadership within a renowned hospitality brand.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a sous chef or kitchen leadership role in premium/high-volume settings.
• Culinary degree, diploma, or equivalent professional training.
• Current Food Handler and HACCP certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen sanitation.
• Ability to manage and motivate kitchen teams effectively.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Calm, focused, and decisive under pressure while maintaining quality.
• Proficiency with kitchen equipment and management systems.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of international cuisines is a plus.
• Problem-solving mindset and adaptability.
• Passion for culinary excellence and guest satisfaction.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations with the Sous and Head Chefs to ensure seamless service.
• Lead and mentor kitchen staff, fostering a positive, collaborative environment.
• Monitor inventory, rotate stock, and contribute to cost control.
• Uphold food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards per local regulations.
• Coordinate with front-of-house for smooth guest experiences.
• Assist in menu development, recipe testing, and culinary innovation.
• Train staff on techniques, food handling, and standards.
• Manage station assignments and workflow during service.
• Troubleshoot issues quickly while maintaining composure.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of kitchen performance.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Team mentoring

Time management

Communication

Food safety knowledge

Decisiveness under pressure

Knowledge of international cuisines

Education

Culinary degree

Tools

Kitchen equipment proficiency

Job description

Accor in Dubai is seeking a talented Junior Sous Chef to join our dynamic culinary team. In this hands-on role, you'll support the Sous Chef and Head Chef to maintain exceptional food quality and innovation in a fast-paced environment.

You will mentor kitchen staff, manage operations, and collaborate with front-of-house to deliver memorable guest experiences while upholding safety standards. The position offers learning opportunities and a path to leadership within a renowned hospitality brand.