Executive Sous Chef

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts; Ras Al Khaimah; On-site; AED 223,000 - 335,000; Full time

Job summary

Accor's Mövenpick Resort Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah is hiring an Executive Sous Chef to lead culinary teams and craft exceptional dining experiences in a high-volume, luxury resort environment.

You will support the Executive Chef in daily kitchen operations, monitor food costs, ensure HACCP compliance, train and develop staff, and collaborate with F&B to deliver seasonal menus and events across all-day dining and banqueting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior culinary leadership role, preferably as an Executive Sous Chef or Sous Chef in a 5 Star Resort in UAE / GCC.
• Strong knowledge of food cost control, budgeting, and kitchen operations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team development skills.
• Thorough understanding of HACCP, food safety, health, and hygiene regulations.
• Passion for guest service and culinary excellence.

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef in managing daily kitchen and stewarding operations.
• Monitor food costs, operating expenses, payroll, and departmental budgets.
• Ensure all menus are accurately costed and supported by standardized recipes and presentation guidelines.
• Maintain full compliance with HACCP standards and local health and safety regulations.
• Recruit, train, coach, and develop kitchen and stewarding team members.
• Drive high levels of productivity, efficiency, and service excellence.
• Collaborate with Food & Beverage Operations on seasonal promotions and menu developments.
• Oversee food quality, stock control, purchasing, and proper storage procedures.
• Lead departmental briefings, performance evaluations, and training initiatives.
• Monitor guest feedback and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure all kitchen equipment, workstations, and storage areas are maintained to the highest standards.
• Strong operational experience in Banqueting and All-Day Dining, with the ability to manage high-volume operations, major events and peak business periods.

Skills

Senior culinary leadership

Food cost control

Budgeting

Leadership

HACCP knowledge

Guest service

Job description

Get ready to discover Mövenpick Resort Al Marjan Island, a 5 star resort in Ras Al Khaimah built beside 300M. of soft sand beach. 418 rooms and suites offer flexible comfort with spectacular sea views from every balcony. Six specialty bars and restaurants , three outdoor pools, a wellness hub with a fully equipped gym and four treatment rooms, water sports, and a year round Kids Club make it an ideal holiday destination. Whatever your pace, in the sea or on land, enjoy an experience fueled environment.

Job Description

Executive Sous Chef
Do you have a passion for culinary excellence and a drive to lead high-performing teams? Join us as Executive Sous Chef and take the next step in your career, creating exceptional dining experiences in a dynamic and rewarding environment.

What you will be doing:

• Support the Executive Chef in managing daily kitchen and stewarding operations.
• Monitor food costs, operating expenses, payroll, and departmental budgets.
• Ensure all menus are accurately costed and supported by standardized recipes and presentation guidelines.
• Maintain full compliance with HACCP standards and local health and safety regulations.
• Recruit, train, coach, and develop kitchen and stewarding team members.
• Drive high levels of productivity, efficiency, and service excellence.
• Collaborate with Food & Beverage Operations on seasonal promotions and menu developments.
• Oversee food quality, stock control, purchasing, and proper storage procedures.
• Lead departmental briefings, performance evaluations, and training initiatives.
• Monitor guest feedback and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure all kitchen equipment, workstations, and storage areas are maintained to the highest standards.
• Strong operational experience in Banqueting and All-Day Dining, with the ability to manage high-volume operations, major events and peak business periods.

Qualifications

Your experience and skills include:

• Proven experience in a senior culinary leadership role, preferably as an Executive Sous Chef or Sous Chef in a 5 Star Resort in UAE / GCC
• Strong knowledge of food cost control, budgeting, and kitchen operations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team development skills.
• Thorough understanding of HACCP, food safety, health, and hygiene regulations.
• Passion for guest service and culinary excellence.

What is in it for you:

• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide
• Learning programs through our Academies
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities

Additional Information

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