Luxury Exec Sous Chef - Lead, Innovate & Mentor Kitchens

Grand Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel & Residences; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 446,000 - 670,000; Full time

Job summary

Grand Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel & Residences in Abu Dhabi is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to lead culinary operations across luxury kitchens. The ideal candidate will drive menu innovation, uphold Hyatt brand standards, and inspire excellence through hands-on leadership.

You will mentor teams, ensure rigorous food safety and quality, and collaborate with banquets, restaurants, and events to deliver unforgettable guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Executive Sous Chef in a luxury hotel.
• Arabic language proficiency.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Experience managing high-volume outlets, banquets, and specialty dining.

Responsibilities

• Assist in leading and managing all culinary operations.
• Drive menu development while upholding Hyatt brand standards.
• Mentor and develop culinary staff to optimize performance.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and sanitation.
• Control costs, productivity, and inventory to meet financial goals.
• Collaborate with restaurant, banquets, and events teams to deliver guest experiences.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Menu development

Food safety

Cost management

Team coaching

High-volume operations

Job description

Grand Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel & Residences in Abu Dhabi is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to lead culinary operations across luxury kitchens. The ideal candidate will drive menu innovation, uphold Hyatt brand standards, and inspire excellence through hands-on leadership.

You will mentor teams, ensure rigorous food safety and quality, and collaborate with banquets, restaurants, and events to deliver unforgettable guest experiences.