Sous Chef - Banquet

Rosewood Abu Dhabi; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 279,000 - 446,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Paid time off

Complimentary room nights

Learning and development opportunities

Global career opportunities

Parental leave

Job summary

Rosewood Hotel Group in Abu Dhabi is seeking a culinary leader to oversee daily operations across the Banquet Kitchen, In-Room Dining, Main Kitchen and MyRestaurant, ensuring programs, recipes, and presentation meet the highest standards and guest experiences are memorable.

You will lead and develop teams, control costs, monitor food safety and quality, and partner with other departments to deliver tailored dining experiences while upholding Rosewood's craftsmanship and service excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years in a similar culinary leadership role in luxury/hyper-luxury hotels or restaurants.
• Recognized culinary certification or formal culinary training.
• Highly organized with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to lead, train, and motivate kitchen teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Solid understanding of kitchen operations, food safety standards, and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations across Banquets, In-Room Dining, Main Kitchen, and MyRestaurant.
• Ensure dishes meet highest quality standards in line with recipes and presentation guidelines.
• Monitor food cost, inventory, and purchasing to maintain budget targets and minimize waste.
• Maintain hygiene and food safety standards per UAE regulations.
• Lead and develop kitchen associates and foster a collaborative culture.
• Support menu development and coordinate with Catering and other departments.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Cost control

Food safety

Team development

Education

Culinary degree/certificate

Job description

Job Description:

OUR PURPOSE AND CULTURE

We are driven to create a future where people and place enrich one another. We are wholly committed to rooting ourselves more deeply in every place we are in while setting new benchmarks for positive impact.

As a pioneering collective with a common purpose, we curate extraordinary moments and honor the soul of every place along our journey. At Rosewood Hotel Group, we answer The Calling. Together, we Make the Place.

THE TEAM

As part of our Culinary team, you will work closely with the Executive Sous Chef and collaborate with Banquets, In-Room Dining, Stewarding, Catering, and other key departments.

This is a dynamic, fast-paced environment where teamwork, precision, and creativity come together to deliver exceptional dining experiences across multiple kitchens and outlets.

YOUR ROLE

As a key member of the Culinary leadership team, you will oversee daily operations across the Banquet Kitchen, In-Room Dining, Main Kitchen, and MyRestaurant.

You will play a vital role in maintaining the highest food quality standards, ensuring smooth kitchen operations, and delivering memorable guest experiences. Working closely with internal stakeholders, you will contribute to operational excellence, cost control, and team development, while upholding Rosewood's standards of service and craftsmanship.

HOW YOU’LL MAKE THE PLACE

• Oversee daily kitchen operations across Banquets, In-Room Dining, Main Kitchen, and MyRestaurant to ensure smooth execution
• Ensure all dishes are prepared to the highest quality standards, following recipes, presentation, and portion guidelines
• Monitor food cost, inventory levels, and purchasing to maintain budget targets and minimize waste
• Maintain strict hygiene, food safety, and sanitation standards in line with UAE regulations
• Lead, train, and motivate kitchen associates, fostering a strong and collaborative team culture
• Support menu development and work with Catering and other departments to create tailored dining experiences

COULD THIS BE YOU?

• You have at least 2 years of experience in a similar culinary leadership role within a luxury or ultra-luxury hotel or restaurant
• You hold a recognized culinary certification or formal culinary training
• You are highly organized, with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• You thrive in a fast-paced environment and remain calm under pressure
• You have strong leadership skills and enjoy developing and motivating teams
• You have a solid understanding of kitchen operations, food safety standards, and cost control

OUR BENEFITS

As part of our team, you'll enjoy a thoughtfully designed benefits package that supports your wellbeing, professional growth, and life beyond work. This includes medical coverage, paid time off, complimentary room nights, learning and development opportunities, global career opportunities, and industry-leading paid parental leave supporting eligible associates across all paths to parenthood.

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU

At Rosewood Hotel Group, your voice is heard - and valued. We're a community that encourages associates to be themselves, not fit into a fixed culture, and this philosophy shines through in our commitments to reflect and honor the history, culture and geography of our destinations. We're not only committed to building and nurturing genuine, long-lasting relationships but to transforming them - and our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) strategy helps put these principles into practice.

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