Sous Chef - Conservatory Food Hall

Wynn Al Marjan Island; Dubai; On-site; AED 312,000 - 502,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare package

Incentive programs

Leave policy

Job summary

Wynn Al Marjan Island is seeking a Sous Chef – Conservatory Food Hall to join the Culinary team in the UAE. The role oversees daily kitchen operations, develops menus, manages inventory, and leads staff to uphold high culinary standards.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years in a 5-star kitchen, strong leadership, and excellent communication. This on-site position offers competitive compensation, healthcare, and incentives in a luxury resort environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years’ experience in a 5‑star kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of international cuisine and cost control.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to manage inventory, staff schedules, and daily kitchen operations.
• Must meet health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of the kitchen to ensure efficiency, consistency, and adherence to culinary standards.
• Monitor resource consumption and optimize the use of equipment, ingredients, and inventory.
• Develop weekly set menus, monthly promotions, and seasonal offerings in collaboration with the Executive Chef.
• Ensure all dishes are prepared and presented according to established recipes, quality standards, and presentation guidelines.
• Lead, coach, and support the kitchen team to maintain high levels of performance, productivity, and teamwork.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of the kitchen, equipment, and utensils in compliance with HACCP, health, and safety regulations.
• Ensure the consistent delivery of high-quality cuisine and promptly address guest requests and feedback to enhance the dining experience.
• Continuously uphold and improve health and safety practices and carry out additional duties as assigned by the Executive Sous Chef or Executive Chef.

Skills

Leadership

Kitchen management

HACCP

Cost control

Communication

Inventory management

Team mentoring

Education

Secondary school diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS systems

Kitchen inventory software

Job description

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 a Sous Chef – Conservatory Food Hall to join the Culinary team.

Responsibilities

The primary duties and responsibilities of this role are:

• Oversee the daily operations of the kitchen to ensure efficiency, consistency, and adherence to culinary standards.
• Monitor resource consumption and optimize the use of equipment, ingredients, and inventory.
• Develop weekly set menus, monthly promotions, and seasonal offerings in collaboration with the Executive Chef.
• Ensure all dishes are prepared and presented according to established recipes, quality standards, and presentation guidelines.
• Lead, coach, and support the kitchen team to maintain high levels of performance, productivity, and teamwork.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of the kitchen, equipment, and utensils in compliance with HACCP, health, and safety regulations.
• Ensure the consistent delivery of high-quality cuisine and promptly address guest requests and feedback to enhance the dining experience.
• Continuously uphold and improve health and safety practices and carry out additional duties as assigned by the Executive Sous Chef or Executive Chef.

About You

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:

• Secondary school diploma or equivalent qualification.
• Strong knowledge of international 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.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in a 5-star kitchen environment.
• Flexibility to work shifts and adapt to changing schedules based on business demands.

About Wynn Al Marjan Island’s Benefits

We offer an attractive salary, paid in Dirhams (AED), the local currency of the UAE. In addition, we offer an excellent leave policy, a healthcare package and as well as incentive programs, and other employee benefits . The result is a package that makes this role highly attractive to outstanding applicant s seeking a career with Wynn Resorts, among the most renowned and celebrated brands in the global hospitality industry.