Junior Sous Chef

Delano Dubai; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Delano Dubai is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to support the Sous Chef and culinary leadership in delivering exceptional dining experiences across the kitchen. You will combine strong culinary expertise with hands-on leadership, ensuring every dish reflects DELANO’s commitment to quality, creativity and effortless lifestyle luxury.

Key duties include assisting in daily kitchen operations, coaching junior chefs, maintaining HACCP and hygiene standards, coordinating service in high-volume periods,

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Junior Sous Chef or strong Chef de Partie within a luxury hotel, lifestyle hospitality or high-quality restaurant environment.
• Strong culinary knowledge and technical cooking skills.
• Previous experience supervising and developing junior culinary team members.
• Good understanding of HACCP, food safety and kitchen hygiene standards.
• Strong organisation, communication and time-management skills.
• Ability to remain composed and solutions-focused in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Passion for contemporary hospitality, quality ingredients and creative culinary experiences.
• Culinary qualification or professional certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Culinary excellence: assist in high-quality dish preparation and consistency.
• Kitchen leadership: support daily operations and mentor chefs.
• Service & operations: coordinate prep and service in assigned sections.
• Quality control: monitor food quality and presentation.
• Team development: coach junior chefs and promote learning.
• Food safety & hygiene: ensure HACCP and sanitation compliance.
• Stock & cost control: assist in inventory, portion control and waste reduction.
• Menu execution: support menu implementation and seasonal changes.
• Cross-team collaboration: work with culinary, stewarding and service teams.
• Leadership in service: cover sections in absence of senior leaders.
• DELANO experience: embody creativity, energy, and attention to detail.

Education

Culinary qualification or professional certification

Job description

Company Description

Ennismore, the fastest-growing lifestyle and leisure hospitality company, is bringing the iconic Delano brand to the UAE for the first time. When Delano South Beach arrived on the Miami scene in 1995, it introduced an entirely fresh take on 5-star luxury and marked the inception of lifestyle hospitality. Delano was celebrated for its blend of timeless elegance, modern design, and vibrant energy; it became the social hub, bringing together the who’s who of the fashion and entertainment world. Guided by the same principles that propelled the original Delano to icon status, Delano Dubai will usher in a new era of sophisticated style and elevated service to the UAE.

Company Description

Ennismore, the fastest-growing lifestyle and leisure hospitality company, is bringing the iconic Delano brand to the UAE for the first time. When Delano South Beach arrived on the Miami scene in 1995, it introduced an entirely fresh take on 5-star luxury and marked the inception of lifestyle hospitality. Delano was celebrated for its blend of timeless elegance, modern design, and vibrant energy; it became the social hub, bringing together the who’s who of the fashion and entertainment world. Guided by the same principles that propelled the original Delano to icon status, Delano Dubai will usher in a new era of sophisticated style and elevated service to the UAE.

Located on the pristine shores of Bluewaters Island, the Delano Dubai resort will boast an array of luxury rooms and suites, four exceptional culinary and mixology experiences, an ocean front swimming pool and a wellness studio.

Job Description

As a Junior Sous Chef at DELANO Dubai, you will support the Sous Chef and wider culinary leadership team in delivering exceptional dining experiences across the kitchen. You will combine strong culinary expertise with hands-on leadership, ensuring every dish reflects DELANO’s commitment to quality, creativity and effortless lifestyle luxury.

• Culinary Excellence: Support the preparation and execution of high-quality dishes, ensuring consistency in taste, presentation, portioning and overall standards.
• Kitchen Leadership: Assist the Sous Chef in leading daily kitchen operations, providing direction and support to Chef de Parties, Demi Chefs and Commis Chefs.
• Service & Operations: Coordinate preparation and service within assigned sections, ensuring smooth execution during high-volume periods.
• Quality Control: Monitor food quality, freshness and presentation throughout service, taking immediate action where standards are not met.
• Team Development: Coach and support junior chefs, encouraging continuous learning, strong culinary techniques and consistent performance.
• Food Safety & Hygiene: Ensure full compliance with HACCP, food safety, hygiene and sanitation standards across the kitchen.
• Stock & Cost Control: Support inventory management, portion control, stock rotation and waste reduction to maintain operational efficiency.
• Menu Execution: Support the Sous Chef and Chef de Cuisine with menu implementation, recipe standards, tastings and seasonal changes.
• Cross-Team Collaboration: Work closely with culinary, stewarding and service teams to ensure seamless communication and an exceptional guest experience.
• Leadership in Service: Take responsibility for sections or kitchen operations in the absence of senior culinary leaders, maintaining standards and service flow.
• DELANO Experience: Lead by example with creativity, energy and attention to detail, ensuring the culinary experience reflects the distinctive spirit of DELANO Dubai.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Junior Sous Chef or strong Chef de Partie within a luxury hotel, lifestyle hospitality or high-quality restaurant environment.
• Strong culinary knowledge and technical cooking skills.
• Previous experience supervising and developing junior culinary team members.
• Good understanding of HACCP, food safety and kitchen hygiene standards.
• Strong organisation, communication and time-management skills.
• Ability to remain composed and solutions-focused in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Passion for contemporary hospitality, quality ingredients and creative culinary experiences.
• Culinary qualification or professional certification is preferred.

Additional Information

Why Join Us

• Shape the future of an ultra-luxury hotel where your ideas and energy make a big splash.
• Dive into a culture that’s all about growth, collaboration, and having a blast along the way.
• Score sweet perks and benefits that celebrate your rockstar status in hospitality.