Executive Sous Chef - Waldorf Astoria Ras Al Khaimah

TALENTMATE; Ras Al Khaimah; On-site; AED 15,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel chain in Ras Al Khaimah is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to contribute to menu creation and manage the kitchen team effectively. The ideal candidate will have experience as a Junior Sous Chef or Sous Chef, along with strong supervisory and communication skills. This full-time position offers the opportunity to work in an esteemed culinary environment with a focus on high-quality dishes and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Strong Junior Sous Chef or previous Sous Chef experience required.
• Creative approach to food is essential.
• Strong supervisory skills necessary for managing the kitchen team.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to menu creation.
• Manage and train the kitchen brigade effectively.
• Ensure consistency in dish quality.
• Assist the Head Chef with customer relations when needed.
• Manage food cost controls to contribute to revenue.
• Ensure compliance with food hygiene and safety standards.

Skills

Strong Junior Sous Chef or previous Sous Chef experience

Creative approach to food

Strong supervisory skills

Positive attitude

Good communication skills

Customer service commitment

Excellent grooming standards

Planning and organizing skills

Education

Relevant qualifications for the role

Job description

Executive Sous Chef – Waldorf Astoria Ras Al Khaimah

An Executive Sous Chef is responsible for contributing to menu creation and managing and training the kitchen brigade to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience while managing food cost controls.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to menu creation.
• Manage and train the kitchen brigade effectively to ensure a well‑organised and motivated team.
• Ensure consistency in quality of dishes at all times.
• Assist the Head Chef and manage customer relations when necessary, in the absence of the Chef.
• Ensure resources meet business needs through the effective management of working rotas.
• Support brand standards through the training and assessment of your team.
• Manage food cost controls to contribute to Food and Beverage revenue.
• Knowledge of activities in other departments and implications.
• Ensure compliance with food hygiene and Health and Safety standards.

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong Junior Sous Chef or previous Sous Chef experience.
• Approaches food in a creative way.
• Strong supervisory skills.
• Positive attitude.
• Good communication skills.
• Committed to delivering a high level of customer service.
• Excellent grooming standards.
• Excellent planning and organising skills.

Desired Advantages

• Relevant qualifications for the role.
• Ability to work a variety of shifts including weekends, days, afternoons and evenings.

Work Location

Waldorf Astoria Ras Al Khaimah

Schedule

Full‑time

Brand

Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts

Job Category

Culinary