RWABU - Senior Sous Chef (DPD)

Rosewood Hotel Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Rosewood Hotel Group is seeking an Assistant Chef de Cuisine in Abu Dhabi to lead kitchen operations at Dai Pai Dong. You will ensure every dish reflects authenticity and creativity while supporting menu development and team leadership. Ideal candidates should possess 5–10 years of experience in luxury hotel or Michelin kitchens, along with expertise in Cantonese and Szechuan cuisine.

Your role includes supervising kitchen associates, overseeing quality standards, and maintaining safety and hygiene. A strong knowledge of HACCP and effective communication skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience in a luxury hotel or Michelin-level Chinese kitchen.
• Strong expertise in Cantonese and Szechuan cuisine.
• Confidence in leading a team and driving performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen operations ensuring quality and consistency.
• Supervise and support kitchen associates with training.
• Oversee sections including dim sum and Chinese BBQ.

Skills

Cantonese and Szechuan cuisine expertise

Team leadership

Wok cooking techniques

HACCP compliance

Recipe standardization

Job description

YOUR ROLE

As Assistant Chef de Cuisine, you will play a key role in shaping the day‑to‑day success of Dai Pai Dong. You will lead kitchen operations during your shift, ensuring every dish reflects authenticity, consistency, and creativity. Supporting the Chef de Cuisine, you will contribute to menu development, team leadership, and overall kitchen performance—helping maintain the restaurant’s position as one of Abu Dhabi’s leading Chinese dining destinations.

HOW YOU’LL MAKE THE PLACE

• Lead kitchen operations during your shift, ensuring consistency in food quality, presentation, and taste
• Supervise and support kitchen associates, providing hands‑on guidance and training
• Oversee key sections including dim sum and Chinese BBQ, maintaining high standards of authenticity
• Support menu development, recipe standardization, and food cost management
• Manage daily ordering, stock levels, and contribute to inventory and waste control
• Uphold HACCP, hygiene, and safety standards across all kitchen operations

COULD THIS BE YOU?

• You bring 5–10 years of experience in a luxury hotel or Michelin‑level Chinese kitchen, ideally in Mainland China or Hong Kong
• You have strong expertise in Cantonese and Szechuan cuisine, including dim sum and BBQ preparation
• You’re confident leading a team, coaching others, and driving performance in a fast‑paced environment
• You have a solid understanding of HACCP, kitchen operations, and cost control
• You’re skilled in wok cooking techniques, traditional sauce preparation, and authentic cooking methods
• You are organized, detail‑oriented, and communicate clearly in English