Sous Chef - Greek Cuisine

One&Only Resorts; Dubai; On-site; AED 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

One&Only The Palm is seeking a Sous Chef (Greek Cuisine) to join the culinary team in Dubai. You will oversee the Greek kitchen operations, assist the Chef de Cuisine, and focus on authentic Greek dishes, quality, and guest satisfaction in a luxury 5-star setting.

We seek a candidate with 2–3 years of Sous Chef experience in Greek cuisine within upscale hotels or resorts, strong English communication, and a collaborative, growth-oriented approach. Dubai-based role with a passion for excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience as a Sous Chef specializing in Greek cuisine.
• Experience in an upscale 5-star hotel or resort environment.
• Strong culinary knowledge of authentic Greek cuisine; English language essential.
• Excellent personal and interpersonal skills; flexible team player.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee Greek kitchen operations and support the Chef de Cuisine.
• Maintain the highest culinary standards for authentic Greek dishes and presentation.
• Manage food cost, waste, and kitchen costs within budget.
• Ensure hygiene, safety and compliance with health regulations across the Greek kitchen.
• Provide on-the-job training and assist with monthly training programs.
• Respond promptly to guest feedback and drive guest satisfaction.

Skills

Excellent English communication

Team player

Flexible

Job description

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At One&Only, we exist to create joy for our guests through anticipation, creativity, precision, empathy and warmth. We tailor every aspect of our guests’ stay to bring their dreams and desires to life. With an atmosphere that’s chic but wonderfully unstuffy™, and a team who are meticulous but warm, we seek to exceed our guests’ expectations at every possible turn.

Glistening on a private apex of Palm Island, One&Only The Palm is an intimate beach-front retreat where the wonders of modern Dubai meet the charms of old Arabia. With abundant knowledge and generosity, we anticipate our guest’s every need and surpass expectations. Whether we are designing the perfect family day out or arranging a romantic private dinner, we approach everything with imagination to spark a sense of playfulness, discovery and adventure. This is not simply our job, it’s our passion.

With stunning resorts located across the globe and exciting expansion planned, Kerzner International currently has a fantastic opportunity for aSous Chef (Greek Cuisine) to join the culinary team at the One&Only The Palm Resort in Dubai.

With the global growth of our brands, you will be an integral part of the Resort’s success. As Sous Chef - Greek Cuisine, you will oversee and support all aspects of the Greek kitchen operations, assisting the Chef de Cuisine in coordinating and supervising the daily running of the assigned kitchen department. Your focus will be on maintaining the highest culinary standards, ensuring authentic and high-quality Greek cuisine, and achieving maximum guest satisfaction. You will contribute to increasing sales, controlling food costs, and managing kitchen expenses within budget. In the absence of the Chef de Cuisine, you will assume full responsibility for leading and managing the kitchen team and operations.

Key Roles And Responsibilities

• Lead by example in adhering to time and attendance standards as outlined in the company handbook.
• Ensure all areas of responsibility within the Greek kitchen are checked, organized, and prepared according to departmental checklists.
• Supervise and support team members to perform in line with their job descriptions, company standards, and established operating procedures.
• Ensure all kitchen staff report to duty on time, are correctly groomed and uniformed, and comply with all hygiene, health, and safety regulations.
• Conduct daily on-the-job training, assist the Chef de Cuisine with monthly training programs, and actively participate in developing the culinary skills of the team.
• Maintain a safe working environment for all kitchen personnel and ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Ensure all maintenance issues related to kitchen equipment and facilities are promptly reported and recorded.
• Oversee and verify all deliveries, ensuring products meet agreed standards for quality, quantity, and price, with a particular focus on ingredients used in Greek cuisine.
• Monitor food production and storage practices to minimize waste and maximize cost efficiency.
• Regularly review staffing levels within the Greek kitchen to ensure adequate coverage and operational efficiency.
• Ensure timely and efficient food preparation and service, maintaining the highest standards of quality and presentation.
• Maintain excellent guest relations by ensuring all feedback and complaints are addressed promptly and professionally, achieving maximum guest satisfaction.
• Develop and present innovative ideas for authentic Greek dishes, seasonal menus, attractive presentations, and food promotions to enhance the guest dining experience and drive revenue.
• Support the Chef de Cuisine in managing the day-to-day operations of the Greek kitchen and assume full responsibility for the department in their absence.

A suitable candidate will report directly to the Chef de Cuisine and should have a minimum of 2-3 years of experience as a Sous Chef specializing in Greek Cuisine within an upscale 5-star hotel or resort environment. The candidate should possess strong culinary knowledge of authentic Greek cuisine, excellent personal and interpersonal skills, and demonstrate flexibility as a dynamic team player. They should be committed to delivering the highest standards of food quality and guest service. Excellent communication skills in English are essential, and proficiency in an additional language will be considered an advantage.

At One&Only creating JOY is at the forefront of everything we do. If you are the one to make every detail count & are bold to go beyond the obvious in every task assigned with positive energy & have the passion to make it happen, then we are looking for you.

We Thank You for your interest at Kerzner - The One&Only Resorts. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Our brand is expanding faster than ever before. We are investing in the growth of our company, and that means we are committed to investing in you. Join a team that is open-hearted, intuitive, generous, and spontaneous in spirit. We believe in making our guests happy beyond anything they have ever imagined. We wow them at every turn and create memories that will last a lifetime. You will be at the heart of this vision, to constantly innovate to deliver Amazing Experiences and Everlasting Memories.