Junior Sous Chef - Butchery

Dorchester Collection; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the Dorchester Collection as a Junior Sous Chef - Butchery at The Lana in Dubai, where excellence meets creativity. You will manage butchery operations, collaborate on menu development, and uphold the highest standards of culinary quality in a luxurious hotel environment, all while enjoying significant benefits and training opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive Salary Package

World-class Development Opportunities

Complimentary stays in sister hotels

50% off at bars and restaurants

Meals on Duty

Private Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Annual Flight Allowance

Company Accommodation

Transportation to and from work

Uniform provided with laundry

Service Charge

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Ability to control costs and attention to detail.
• Great communication skills and strong customer service ethic.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all butchery food production requests.
• Ensure food quality control and timely rotation.
• Coordinate with Chef de Cuisine on menu changes.

Skills

Leadership

Creativity

Communication

Job description

Who we are

Our Hotels

We work with some of the most talented and unique individuals in our business who always ensure the extraordinary guest experience of Dorchester Collection and the hotels within it. It is after all our people that bring our vision to life. As a member of our Dorchester Collection Family, we will support your development by nurturing your personality, creating a transparent culture of trust, collaboration, and appreciation. Supported by our annual personal development planning, tailored learning opportunities, and our Academy programs, you will be a part of creating a bespoke experience.

Treasured by guests. Cherished by employees. Celebrated worldwide.

Diversity and Inclusion at Dorchester Collection are core beliefs of our We Care philosophy. The basis of We Care is to create an environment where all of our employees feel valued and respected, allowing positive engagement to prosper. We continually strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusivity is part of our DNA, reflected by our core values of Passion, Personality, Respect, Working Together, and Creativity.

If you need us to do anything to support you during the recruitment process, such as adjustments to how you apply, alternative formats of information, or adjustments to the assessment process itself, please email us so that we can discuss how we can support you through the process. Please note that we will not be able to respond to individual enquiries about updates.

Reference 2025-5631 Hotel

The Lana - Dorchester Collection

Division & Department

Food & Beverage - Kitchen

Job Title

Junior Sous Chef - Butchery

Contract Type

Permanent

Status

Full time

Position Overview

We are not just a collection of hotels but instead a talented community—a family with a shared passion and commitment to love and breathe who we are every day. An eclectic grouping who really care about each other and our guests, where belonging transcends all else. We do this with a backdrop of extraordinary hotels steeped in history, glamour, and stories, which provide the perfect stage for our people, our Legends, to live our vision: Treasured by Guests, Cherished by Employees, Celebrated Worldwide.

Diversity and Inclusion at Dorchester Collection are core beliefs of our We Care philosophy. The basis of We Care is to create an environment where all of our employees feel valued and respected, allowing positive engagement to prosper. We continually strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusivity is part of our DNA, reflected by our core values of Passion, Personality, Respect, Working Together, and submitting your application, please let us know if you require any special accommodation during the interview process.

We care about your career and are known for having the absolute best people in the industry. When you join us as a Junior Sous Chef, you start a unique opportunity to become celebrated as the very best in your field. You’ll learn not only from your fellow Legends but also through our award-winning learning academy so that you can achieve the highest standards of craft, service, and leadership, and become a legend in your own story.

What you'll get

As a Junior Sous Chef at The Lana Dorchester Collection Dubai, here are just some of the great benefits you will receive:

• Competitive Salary Package
• World-class Development Opportunities
• Complimentary stays with breakfast included in our sister Dorchester Collection hotels
• 50% off at bars and restaurants within all of our sister Dorchester Collection hotels
• Meals on Duty
• Private Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Annual Flight Allowance
• Company Accommodation
• Company-provided transportation to and from work
• Uniform provided by the Company with complimentary laundry
• Service Charge

What you'll do

You'll love what you do and take pride in delighting our guests:

• You will be responsible for all butchery food production requests for outlets and banqueting; sourcing products of the highest quality to ensure our guests receive nothing but the best experience.
• You’ll also be responsible for food quality control, appropriate and timely food rotation with the goal of eliminating food spoilage, contamination, and waste.
• Our values of Passion, Personality, Respect, Working Together, and Creativity guide us each and every day. As a Junior Sous Chef, you'll have the opportunity to bring these to life and continue to create our legacy.
• Coordinate with the Chef de Cuisines / Executive Sous Chef on menu changes, specials, food shortages, and the development of seasonal food and beverage activities.
• You’ll be up to date with the latest culinary trends, be creative and skilled in the art of butchery.
• You will thrive in a high-pressure environment whilst maintaining a high level of quality.

The items shared are the essence of a day in the life of a Junior Sous Chef, but we'll make sure you are provided with specifics on how we care for our hotel.

What you'll bring

• You’ll bring your unique personality and passion to the role and the team.
• You’ll have a talent for implementing the latest butchery trends and ideas.
• You’ll have a collaborative approach to working alongside the Executive Sous Chef in the development and execution of food and beverage concepts.
• You’ll bring creativity and energy to move a new concept to a reality.
• You’ll have strong leadership and organizational skills, the ability to control costs, excellent attention to detail.
• Communication is what keeps our departments running perfectly. You have great communication skills with a strong customer service ethic.
• English is the primary language used in our hotel. You can comfortably communicate in this language.

Job Location

United Arab Emirates

Location

Dubai

Required Experience:

Junior IC