Sous Chef - Arabic Cuisine

Wynn Al Marjan Island; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 335,000 - 670,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare package

Incentive programs

Leave policy

Other employee benefits

Job summary

Wynn Al Marjan Island is seeking an Executive Sous Chef for its Steakhouse by Alain Ducasse to lead the culinary team on-site. The role focuses on overseeing daily kitchen operations, cost control, menu development, and ensuring exceptional guest dining experiences.

The candidate will drive high standards of food quality, hygiene, and teamwork, while collaborating with the Executive Chef to launch seasonal offerings and promotions.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of Arabic cuisine, including cost control and pricing of ingredients and supplies.
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills, with the ability to motivate and guide team members to achieve high performance.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with staff and management.
• High attention to detail, ensuring cleanliness and full compliance with health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations to ensure efficiency and consistency.
• Monitor resource consumption and optimize equipment and ingredients usage.
• Develop weekly set menus, monthly promotions and seasonal offerings with the Executive Chef.
• Ensure consistent delivery of high-quality food to all guests.
• Address guest requests and resolve complaints promptly and professionally to ensure satisfaction.
• Contribute innovative ideas to enhance the kitchen's offerings and overall image.
• Maintain professional and positive communication with team members and management.
• Participate in departmental and cross-functional meetings, sharing relevant information effectively.
• Promote teamwork, strong working relationships and multicultural communication.
• Comply with company policies, procedures and the Code of Conduct.
• Foster a positive and inclusive work environment where employees feel valued, respected and safe.

Skills

Arabic cuisine knowledge

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Health & safety compliance

Job description

About Wynn Al Marjan Island

Wynn Al Marjan Island will be the first integrated resort in the UAE Set to open in 2027 the resort will be located 50 miles from Dubai International Airport in the emirate of Ras Al Khaimah The resort will offer 1 530 rooms and suites 22 restaurants lounges and bars a theater and a beach club It will feature multiple swimming and wading pools water features a five-star spa a salon a shopping promenade and a celebrations and events center

About the Position

Wynn Al Marjan Island is currently seeking an Executive Sous Chef Steakhouse by Alain Ducasse to join the resort s Culinary team The primary duties and responsibilities of this role are

• Oversee the daily kitchen operations to ensure efficiency and consistency.
• Monitor resource consumption and optimize the use of equipment and ingredients.
• Develop weekly set menus, monthly promotions and seasonal offerings in collaboration with the Executive Chef.
• Ensure consistent delivery of high-quality food to all guests.
• Address guest requests and resolve complaints promptly and professionally to ensure satisfaction.
• Contribute innovative ideas to enhance the kitchen's offerings and overall image.
• Maintain professional and positive communication with team members and management.
• Participate in departmental and cross-functional meetings, sharing relevant information effectively.
• Promote teamwork, strong working relationships and clear multicultural communication.
• Comply with company policies, procedures and the Code of Conduct.
• Foster a positive and inclusive work environment where employees feel valued, respected and safe.

About Wynn Al Marjan Island s Benefits

• We offer an attractive salary paid in Dirhams AED the local currency of the UAE.
• We offer an excellent leave policy.
• A healthcare package.
• Incentive programs.
• Other employee benefits.

The result is a package that makes this role highly attractive to outstanding applicants seeking a career with Wynn Resorts among the most renowned and celebrated brands in the global hospitality industry

• Strong knowledge of arabic cuisine, including cost control and pricing of ingredients and supplies.
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills, with the proven ability to motivate, mentor, and guide team members to achieve high performance standards.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with staff and management.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to oversee inventory, staff schedules, and daily kitchen operations efficiently.
• High attention to detail, ensuring cleanliness and full compliance with health and safety regulations.