Junior Sous Chef - Jara by Martín Berasategui

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

Job summary

A luxury hotel group in Dubai seeks a Junior Sous Chef. This role involves maintaining high food quality and service standards, coordinating with the kitchen team on menu innovations, and prioritizing guest satisfaction. Candidates should have experience in high-end dining and a passion for culinary arts. Benefits include competitive pay, development opportunities, and company accommodation.

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

Annual Flight Allowance

Company Accommodation

Transportation to and from work

Uniform provided with laundry

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a high-end restaurant or fine dining environment.
• Experience with Basque or Spanish cuisine preferred.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain food quality control and service standards.
• Prepare, cook, and present food adhering to safety standards.
• Coordinate with Sous Chef on menu changes and specials.

Skills

Leadership skills

Attention to detail

Customer service ethic

Communication skills

Creativity in cookery

Job description

Position Overview

We are not just a collection of hotels, but instead a talented community. A family with a shared passion and commitment to, unapologetically, 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 Creativity. When submitting your application, please let us know if you require any special accommodations 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 maintaining food quality control, appropriate and timely food rotation, timely service and quality of food of the highest standard to ensure our guests receive nothing but the best experience.
• You’ll also be responsible for the elimination of food spoilage, contamination, and waste.
• You will prepare, cook and present food adhering to food safety standards, learning new and exciting skills along the way.
• You’ll be up to date with latest culinary trends, be creative and skilled in the art of cookery.
• 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.
• You’ll also coordinate with the Sous Chef / Executive Sous Chef on menu changes, specials, food shortages and the development of seasonal food and beverage activities.
• 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.
• Previous experience in a high-end restaurant or fine dining environment.
• You’ll have a collaborative approach to working alongside the Sous Chef in the development and execution of new menu ideas.
• Experience with Basque or Spanish cuisine preferred
• You’ll have strong leadership and organizational skills, 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.
• Additional languages such as Spanish are an advantage.