Executive Sous Chef

Kendrick Recruitment; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious recruitment agency is seeking an Executive Sous Chef for an exclusive private property in Dubai. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of multicultural cuisines and proven leadership skills in a high-end kitchen environment. Responsibilities include leading junior staff, maintaining kitchen standards, and managing culinary operations. This role offers live-in accommodation, health insurance, and annual leave in a luxury private setting.

Benefits

Live-out accommodation

Health insurance

One economy return flight per annum

30 days of paid annual leave

Qualifications

• 2-4 year culinary degree or equivalent formal culinary training.
• Level 3 Food Hygiene & Safety (Supervisors).
• Level 2 Allergy Awareness.
• Level 2 HACCP.
• Safe Chemical Handling certification.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate knowledge of multiculture cuisines including Mediterranean, British, American, Australian, Middle Eastern and Asian.
• Lead and mentor junior staff as second-in-command.
• Maintain high standards across kitchen disciplines.

Job description

Executive Sous Chef Private Property Dubai

Salary: Negotiable DOE Live-In Accommodation Provided

Kendrick Recruitment is now seeking an Executive Sous Chef for an exclusive private property in Dubai. This prestigious opportunity is ideal for a highly skilled and driven culinary professional with a passion for excellence, innovation and leadership within a royal-standard kitchen.

Purpose of the Position

The Executive Sous Chef must demonstrate a broad knowledge of multiculture cuisines including Mediterranean (Spanish French Italian Greek), British, American, Australian, Middle Eastern and Asian. This role requires a professional with a passion for food experimentation with new ingredients and dishes and an eagerness to lead and mentor junior staff. As second-in-command the Executive Sous Chef plays a critical role in maintaining the highest standards across all kitchen disciplines.

Qualifications Certifications and Licences

• 2‑4 year culinary degree or equivalent formal culinary training
• Level 3 Food Hygiene & Safety (Supervisors)
• Level 2 Allergy Awareness
• Level 2 HACCP
• Safe Chemical Handling certification

Experience Required

• Private chef experience in a VVIP household (mandatory)
• 5 years experience in a 5‑star restaurant or luxury hotel
• Proven experience managing large culinary teams
• Previous international living and working experience

Key Skills and Knowledge

• Extensive knowledge of international cuisines
• Advanced expertise in Western and Middle Eastern cooking
• Solid understanding of culinary philosophies and principles
• Skilled in advanced menu planning across multiple kitchen sections
• Experience briefing service teams and distributing menus
• Strong creativity in food presentation
• Attention to detail with rigorous quality control standards
• Proficient in HACCP implementation and training
• Effective supervision of cooks and food preparation staff
• Management of all kitchen resources including raw ingredients and PPE
• Inspection of equipment and work areas to maintain operational standards
• Expertise in decorative food presentation for events and functions
• Maintenance of detailed records (recipes, guest preferences, etc.)
• Collaborative menu and recipe development based on seasonal produce
• Staff training in standard operating procedures and new culinary techniques
• Oversight of equipment procurement and maintenance
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office for kitchen operations

Package Includes

• Live‑out accommodation 1‑bedroom furnished apartment provided by the company
• Health insurance
• One economy return flight per annum
• Unlimited contract
• 30 days of paid annual leave

To apply for this role candidates should demonstrate exceptional culinary ability, proven leadership and a strong desire to operate at the highest level in a luxury private environment.