NEW OPENING Abu Dhabi Sous Chef

ENNISMORE; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hospitality brand is seeking an experienced Sous Chef in Abu Dhabi to support the Head Chef in leading kitchen operations and ensuring high food standards. The ideal candidate has 5 years in a luxury kitchen and skills in team management and culinary techniques. Great opportunities for development and competitive salary offered.

Benefits

Great healthcare

Competitive salary

Learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a luxury or lifestyle hotel/resort kitchen, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team management skills.
• Excellent technical skills in food preparation, presentation, and culinary techniques.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations.
• Supervise and mentor junior kitchen staff.
• Ensure consistent execution of menus across all outlets.

Skills

Leadership skills

Culinary techniques

Team management

Creativity

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent professional experience

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Sous Chef to support the Head Chef / Executive Chef and lead kitchen operations across all culinary outlets. This hands-on role requires creativity, technical expertise, and strong leadership skills to ensure the highest standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation are maintained.

What you’ll do

• Assist the Head Chef / Executive Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations, including production, plating, and service.
• Supervise and mentor junior kitchen staff, fostering a culture of excellence, teamwork, and development.
• Ensure consistent execution of menus across all outlets, maintaining brand standards and quality.
• Collaborate in menu development, seasonal offerings, and special events.
• Monitor kitchen operations for efficiency, food safety, and cost control.
• Maintain inventory, manage ingredient usage, and support procurement processes.
• Enforce hygiene, safety, and HACCP standards across the kitchen.
• Assist with scheduling, staff training, and performance evaluations.
• Contribute to creative culinary concepts and signature dishes that enhance the guest experience.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a luxury or lifestyle hotel / resort kitchen, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team management skills.
• Excellent technical skills in food preparation, presentation, and culinary techniques.
• Knowledge of kitchen operations, inventory management, and cost control.
• Creative, innovative, and detail-oriented with a passion for excellence.

Additional Information

What’s in it for you

• Lots of opportunity to progress and switch it up as part of a global family of brands.
• Great healthcare, competitive salary, and some nice extra perks across the Ennismore family of brands!
• Learning opportunities to broaden your skillset and development that helps you think, make, and thrive at work
• The opportunity to be yourself and collaborate with other bright minds in a relaxed, innovative culture