Executive Sous Chef

Grand Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel & Residences; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 446,000 - 670,000; Full time

Job summary

Grand Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel & Residences in Abu Dhabi is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to lead culinary operations across luxury kitchens. The ideal candidate will drive menu innovation, uphold Hyatt brand standards, and inspire excellence through hands-on leadership.

You will mentor teams, ensure rigorous food safety and quality, and collaborate with banquets, restaurants, and events to deliver unforgettable guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Executive Sous Chef in a luxury hotel.
• Arabic language proficiency.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Experience managing high-volume outlets, banquets, and specialty dining.

Responsibilities

• Assist in leading and managing all culinary operations.
• Drive menu development while upholding Hyatt brand standards.
• Mentor and develop culinary staff to optimize performance.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and sanitation.
• Control costs, productivity, and inventory to meet financial goals.
• Collaborate with restaurant, banquets, and events teams to deliver guest experiences.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Menu development

Food safety

Cost management

Team coaching

High-volume operations

Job description

Executive Sous Chef | Grand Hyatt Abu Dhabi

Are you a passionate culinary leader ready to elevate dining experiences in a luxury hospitality environment? Grand Hyatt Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Executive Sous Chef to support the leadership of our diverse culinary operations and inspire excellence across all kitchens.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in leading and managing all culinary operations, ensuring exceptional food quality and consistency.
• Drive innovation in menu development while maintaining Hyatt brand standards.
• Lead, mentor, and develop culinary colleagues to achieve outstanding performance.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards.
• Manage costs, productivity, and inventory controls to achieve business objectives.
• Collaborate closely with restaurant, banqueting, and events teams to deliver memorable guest experiences.

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience as an Executive Sous Chef or senior culinary leader within a luxury hotel environment.
• Arabic language proficiency
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills.
• Expertise in managing high-volume outlets, banquets, and specialty dining concepts.
• Sound understanding of kitchen financials, food cost management, and operational excellence.
• A creative mindset with a passion for culinary innovation and guest satisfaction.

Join Grand Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel & Residences and be part of a team dedicated to delivering exceptional culinary experiences and creating unforgettable moments for our guests.

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