Sous Chef - Cold Kitchen

Anantara Group; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Anantara Mina Al Arab Ras Al Khaimah Resort is seeking a culinary leader to develop menus and specials aligned with the restaurant concept. You will craft standard recipes and manage food cost while upholding safety and hygiene standards.

You will supervise kitchen operations, ensure equipment upkeep, lead and train a large team, and drive operational excellence in a luxury resort setting in Ras Al Khaimah.

Qualifications

• College degree in Hotel Management or related culinary degree.
• At least 3 years of industry and culinary management experience.
• Experience training team members in large quantity food preparation.
• Excellent knowledge of quality food operations.
• Passion for leadership and teamwork.
• Eye for detail to achieve operational excellence.
• Excellent guest service skills.
• Expertise in all types of cuisine.

Responsibilities

• To develop menus and specials which meet the needs of the target market and are in line with the operating concept for the restaurant.
• To develop menus and set standard recipes (as per SOPs) which allow the restaurants to run at an acceptable food cost, thereby satisfying guest needs and expectations.
• To have a complete understanding of, and adhere to the company’s policy relating to fire, hygiene and safety.
• To ensure that operating and kitchen equipment is maintained to a good standard with minimum breakage.
• Responsible for the audit requirements for HACCP and Dubai Municipality as needed.
• Check incoming produce, ensuring that all food merchandise is in accordance with order sheets, receiving records and purchasing specifications.
• To maximize colleague productivity and morale and consistently maintain discipline following hotel guidelines and local legislation.
• Adhere to Anantara food preparation and presentation guidelines to ensure consistent quality culinary offerings to our guests.
• Continually look to recommend improvements and additions to the Anantara presentation guidelines.
• Maintain food safety & protection. All food in working areas should be in compliance with food handling techniques, including dating, proper storage, rotation, etc. Maintain basic food safety and sanitation practices.
• Take responsibility for asset management of all outlet property and facilities.

Skills

Leadership

Team training

Guest service

Cuisine expertise

Quality control

Operational excellence

Education

Hotel Management degree

Culinary degree

Job description

Job Location: Anantara Mina Al Arab Ras Al Khaimah Resort Anantara Hotels & Resorts is a global luxury hotel and resort brand rooted in Thai culture, with an intrinsic sense of authentic hospitality. Inspired by the Sanskrit word meaning ‘without end’, our spirit embodies freedom, movement, and harmony. We believe every journey should leave a lasting impression — for our guests and for our people. Founded in 2001 in Thailand, we have since expanded across the world, welcoming guests in some of the world’s most captivating locales — from pristine beaches and private islands to ancient sites and vibrant metropolises. If you are driven by a passion for generosity, warmth and heartfelt hospitality, Anantara offers a career without limits. Escape to Ras Al Khaimah for beach, desert, and mountain adventures. The northernmost emirate of the UAE, Ras Al Khaimah enjoys a more tranquil rhythm, yet is only 45 minutes from Dubai. Anantara Mina Ras Al Khaimah Resort offers overwater luxury on the Arabian Gulf in a pristine eco-sanctuary. Nature lovers will relish the open terrain of Ras Al Khaimah. From balmy waters to golden shorelines to rugged desert, adventure abounds. Charter a yacht and sail off into the sunset. Ride across rolling dunes and conquer the mountain peak of Jebel Jais.

Job Description

To develop menus and "specials" which meet the needs of the target market and are in line with the operating concept for the restaurant.

To develop menus and set standard recipes (as per SOPs) which allow the restaurants to run at an acceptable food cost, thereby satisfying guest needs and expectations.

To have a complete understanding of, and adhere to the company’s policy relating to fire, hygiene and safety.

To ensure that operating and kitchen equipment is maintained to a good standard with minimum breakage.

Responsible for the audit requirements for HACCP and Dubai Municipality as needed.

Check incoming produce, ensuring that all food merchandise is in accordance with order sheets, receiving records and purchasing specifications.

To maximize colleague productivity and morale and consistently maintain discipline following hotel guidelines and local legislation.

Adhere to Anantara food preparation and presentation guidelines to ensure consistent quality culinary offerings to our guests.

Continually look to recommend improvements and additions to the Anantara presentation guidelines.

Maintain food safety & protection. All food in working areas should be in compliance with food handling techniques, including dating, proper storage, rotation, etc. Maintain basic food safety and sanitation practices.

Take responsibility for asset management of all outlet property and facilities.

Qualifications:

• College degree in Hotel Management or related culinary degree.
• At least 3 years of industry and culinary management experience.
• Previous experience training team members in large quantity food preparation.
• Excellent knowledge of quality food operations.
• Passion for leadership and teamwork.
• Eye for detail to achieve operational excellence.
• Excellent guest service skills.
• Expertise in all types of cuisine.