Sous Chef

fourseasons; Dubai; On-site; AED 167,000 - 279,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Staff housing

Medical and life insurance

Paid annual leave

Annual flight allowance

End of service gratuity

Learning & Development

Career opportunities and international

Job summary

Four Seasons Hotel DIFC in Dubai is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to join the luxury kitchen team. You will assist in daily kitchen management, oversee menu quality, and work with the Executive Chef on new dishes.

Ideal candidates have proven Sous Chef experience in luxury hotels, strong leadership, ability to lead diverse teams, and flexibility for shifts. This role includes staff housing and extensive development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef in a luxury hotel or equivalent setting.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Creative approach to menu development and food presentation.
• Ability to manage kitchen operations under pressure and coordinate diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily kitchen management and staff supervision.
• Execute and maintain menu quality and presentation standards.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef to plan and develop new dishes.
• Train and mentor junior kitchen staff to enhance skill levels.
• Monitor inventory and assist with stock control and ordering.
• Ensure consistent food preparation in line with luxury hospitality standards.
• Support maintaining efficient kitchen workflows during service hours.

Skills

Sous Chef experience

Leadership

Menu development

Kitchen operations

English communication

Multicultural experience

Job description

About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location:

In the prestigious Dubai International Finance Centre, Four Seasons Hotel DIFC is a boutique-style sanctuary - ideal for business trips and urban getaways. Stylish and filled with art, this intimate address features just 106 accommodations, including 28 suites. With its iconic location, fresh approach to luxury and legendary personalized service, Four Seasons is sure to exceed the high expectations in the ultra-competitive Dubai market. Successful Four Seasons Candidates will be offered once-in-a-lifetime opportunity rich in personal and professional growth.

What you will do

• Assist in daily kitchen management and staff supervision.
• Execute and maintain menu quality and presentation standards.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef to plan and develop new dishes.
• Train and mentor junior kitchen staff to enhance skill levels.
• Monitor inventory and assist with stock control and ordering.
• Ensure consistent food preparation in line with luxury hospitality standards.
• Support maintaining efficient kitchen workflows during service hours.

What you bring

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef in a luxury hotel or equivalent setting.
• Strong background in Asian and Latin American cuisine techniques and flavors.
• Experience working in multicultural and diverse team environments.
• Ability to manage kitchen operations effectively under pressure.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Creative approach to menu development and food presentation.
• Flexible and adaptable to varying shift patterns and operational demands.

What we offer

• Work Authorization.
• Competitive tax-free salary and service charge.
• Fully furnished apartment at the staff housing.
• Medical and life insurance.
• Paid annual leave.
• Annual flight allowance to home country.
• End of service gratuity.
• Learning & Development Programs.
• Career opportunities and international transfer.
• And more...

Schedule & Hours

• 5 days per week over 48 working hours.