Indian Cuisine Junior Sous Chef — Lead & Create

Kerzner International; Dubai; On-site; AED 72,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Meydan Hotel in Dubai is seeking a Junior Sous Chef for Indian cuisine to support the Executive and Sous Chef in daily kitchen operations. You will help with menu planning, supervise staff, manage inventory, and maintain high standards of food quality and hygiene.

Ideal candidates have 2–4 years in a fast-paced kitchen, a culinary degree or certification, and strong leadership and budgeting abilities to drive cost control and consistent culinary excellence in a luxury setting.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of professional kitchen experience.
• Experience in high-volume, fine-dining, or hotel kitchens desirable.
• Culinary degree or relevant certification.
• Food safety certification desirable (e.g., ServSafe, HACCP).

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily kitchen operations and support the Executive and Sous Chef.
• Aid in menu planning, recipe development, and seasonal dish creation.
• Supervise junior kitchen staff, promote teamwork, and mentor team members.
• Monitor inventory, place orders, and manage waste to control costs.
• Ensure hygiene, sanitation, and food safety compliance across all kitchen activities.
• Step in for senior chefs when needed and uphold kitchen standards.

Skills

Culinary skills

Leadership

Attention to detail

Food safety

Time management

Creativity

Inventory management

Budgeting

Team supervision

Under pressure

Education

Culinary degree / diploma

Job description

The Meydan Hotel in Dubai is seeking a Junior Sous Chef for Indian cuisine to support the Executive and Sous Chef in daily kitchen operations. You will help with menu planning, supervise staff, manage inventory, and maintain high standards of food quality and hygiene.

Ideal candidates have 2–4 years in a fast-paced kitchen, a culinary degree or certification, and strong leadership and budgeting abilities to drive cost control and consistent culinary excellence in a luxury setting.