Junior Sous Chef (National Talent) - Jumeirah Al Naseem

Dubai Holding; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality group in the UAE is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to assist in supervising kitchen staff, menu planning, and maintaining high culinary standards. The ideal candidate will be a UAE National with at least two years’ experience in luxury dining. A supportive work environment and compehensive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Supportive work environment

Learning & Development programs

Colleague discounts on food, beverages, and hotel stays

Comprehensive healthcare and life insurance

Performance-based incentives

Tax-free salary

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience in a similar role within a 5-star luxury property or standalone/branded restaurant.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Sous Chef in supervising kitchen staff and maintaining high cooking standards.
• Assist in menu planning and recipe creation.
• Prepare product specifications and standard recipes.

Skills

UAE National status

Fluency in English

Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office

Opera PMS (Cloud)

HotSoS

Education

Diploma in Catering

Health & Safety certification

Job description

Junior Sous Chef (National Talent) - Jumeirah Al Naseem

United Arab Emirates

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About Jumeirah

Jumeirah, a global leader in luxury hospitality and a member of Dubai Holding, operates a portfolio of 31 exceptional properties across 13 countries in the Middle East, Europe, Asia, and Africa. Since opening the iconic Jumeirah Burj Al Arab in 1999, Jumeirah has become renowned for its beachfront resorts, city hotels, and branded residences, epitomizing Arabian luxury hospitality.

About Madinat Jumeirah:

Set along a two-kilometre private coastline, Madinat Jumeirah features four distinctive hotels with views of the Arabian Gulf and Jumeirah Burj Al Arab. It offers diverse experiences from the contemporary Jumeirah Al Naseem to the Arabesque Jumeirah Al Qasr, including restaurants, a traditional souk, kids’ clubs, and event spaces.

About the Job

We are seeking a Junior Sous Chef (National Talent) to join Jumeirah Al Naseem. Key responsibilities include:

• Assist the Sous Chef in supervising kitchen staff and maintaining high cooking standards.
• Assist in menu planning, recipe creation, testing, and participate in daily meetings with the Executive Sous Chef.
• Prepare accurate product specifications and standard recipes for system and material management.
• Plan weekly staff rosters, monitor daily adjustments, and manage overtime, holidays, and absenteeism.
• Coordinate with the Chief Steward to ensure kitchen cleanliness and efficiency.
• Train and motivate team members, cook as needed, and uphold Madinat Jumeirah quality standards.

About You:

The ideal candidate will have:

• UAE National status in accordance with government requirements.
• At least two years of experience in a similar role within a 5-star luxury property or standalone/branded restaurant.
• A Diploma in Catering; Health & Safety certification is preferred.
• Fluency in English, both spoken and written.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, Opera PMS (Cloud), and HotSoS.

Benefits:

At Jumeirah, we foster a supportive and inclusive workplace that values growth and development. Our benefits include:

• Supportive work environment
• Learning & Development programs and clear career pathways
• Opportunities for internal mobility within our global network
• Colleague discounts on food, beverages, and hotel stays worldwide
• Comprehensive healthcare and life insurance
• Paid annual leave
• Performance-based incentives
• Tax-free salary paid in AED