Sous Chef (Banquet Kitchen)

palazzoversacedubai; Dubai; On-site; AED 223,000 - 357,000; Full time

Job summary

Palazzo Versace Dubai is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to lead the Banquet Kitchen, ensuring flawless production for luxury events and five-star dining experiences.

You will mentor the culinary team, supervise mise en place, and uphold HACCP and food safety standards while coordinating with Banquet, Events, Stewarding and Service to execute high-volume functions.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in a Sous Chef role in luxury hotel or high-end hospitality.
• Experience in banquet and large-scale event operations.
• Excellent knowledge of international cuisine, food preparation, and presentation.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of HACCP and food safety standards.
• Culinary qualification from a recognized institution preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing the daily operations of the Banquet Kitchen and ensure efficient food production.
• Supervise, train, and motivate the culinary team to maintain high standards of performance and professionalism.
• Ensure all banquet menus and dishes are prepared and presented according to established recipes and luxury hotel standards.
• Coordinate closely with the Banquet, Events, Stewarding, and Service teams to ensure seamless execution of functions.
• Monitor food quality, presentation, portion control, and consistency.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, HACCP, and health and safety standards.
• Assist with menu planning, recipe development, and cost control.
• Monitor food inventory, storage, and wastage to maximize efficiency and minimize costs.
• Lead the kitchen team during high-volume events while maintaining quality and service standards.
• Ensure proper mise en place and readiness for all banquet functions.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Organizational skills

Work under pressure

Education

Culinary qualification

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in managing the daily operations of the Banquet Kitchen and ensure efficient food production.

• Supervise, train, and motivate the culinary team to maintain high standards of performance and professionalism.

• Ensure all banquet menus and dishes are prepared and presented according to established recipes and luxury hotel standards.

• Coordinate closely with the Banquet, Events, Stewarding, and Service teams to ensure seamless execution of functions.

• Monitor food quality, presentation, portion control, and consistency.

• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, HACCP, and health and safety standards.

• Assist with menu planning, recipe development, and cost control.

• Monitor food inventory, storage, and wastage to maximize efficiency and minimize costs.

• Lead the kitchen team during high-volume events while maintaining quality and service standards.

• Ensure proper mise en place and readiness for all banquet functions.

Candidate Requirements:

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in a similar Sous Chef role within a 5-star luxury hotel or high-end hospitality environment.

• Strong experience in banquet and large-scale event operations.

• Excellent knowledge of international cuisine, food preparation, and presentation.

• Proven leadership and team management skills.

• Strong organizational and communication skills.

• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

• Knowledge of HACCP and food safety standards.

• Culinary qualification from a recognized institution is preferred.