Sous Chef - Greek Restaurant

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hotel in Dubai is seeking a talented Sous Chef to assist the Head Chef in delivering exceptional Greek cuisine. The role involves overseeing kitchen operations, managing a culinary team, and ensuring top-quality food standards. Ideal candidates will have experience in luxury settings and a passion for culinary excellence.

Benefits

Learning & Development

MOstay programme

Health & Colleague Wellness

Colleague Comfort and Convenience

Competitive Salary and Benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef in a five-star luxury hotel or fine dining.
• Expertise in Greek cuisine with knowledge of traditional ingredients.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in menu planning and execution.
• Oversee kitchen operations ensuring quality and safety standards.
• Manage food costs, inventory, and procurement efficiently.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Creativity

Job description

Based at the Mandarin Oriental Downtown, Dubai within the Greek Restaurant in Dubai, the Sous Chef is responsible to assist the Head Chef to ensure the highest quality of food and exceptional dining experience for our guests. You will lead a team of passionate chefs, oversee daily operations and contribute to the creation of exquisite Greek dishes. Sous Chef reports to the Head Chef.

As a Sous Chef, you will be responsible for the following duties:

• Support the Head Chef in menu planning and execution of premium Greek cuisine that reflects luxury and culinary excellence.
• Oversee kitchen operations, ensuring top-quality food preparation, presentation, hygiene, and safety standards.
• Manage food costs, inventory, and procurement efficiently to maintain profitability without sacrificing quality.
• Ensure strict adherence to hygiene and food safety regulations in compliance with hotel and local standards.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire the culinary team, fostering a collaborative and innovative kitchen environment.
• Work closely with the Service team to enhance guest satisfaction, drive revenue, and stay ahead of culinary trends.

As a Sous Chef, we expect from you:

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef in a five-star luxury hotel or fine dining setting; Michelin-star and pre-opening experience in the UAE/Middle East is a plus.
• Expertise in Greek cuisine, with deep knowledge of traditional ingredients and techniques, paired with a flair for creativity and innovation.
• Strong grasp of food cost control, inventory management, and procurement to support profitability and efficiency.
• Excellent leadership skills, capable of guiding and motivating a diverse culinary team in a high-performance environment.
• Outstanding communication skills in English; fluency in Greek is a strong advantage.
• Highly organised and detail-oriented, able to multitask and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced, guest-focused setting.

Our commitment to you

• Learning & Development. Your success is our success. We craft unique learning and development programmes for various stages in your career so that you grow, continuously.
• MOstay. When you work as hard as our colleagues do, it s important to take time off. As a member of the #MOfamily, you can stay with us wherever you go in the world. The MOstay programme offers complimentary nights and additionally attractive rates on rooms for you and your loved ones.
• Heath & Colleague Wellness. Finding the right work-life balance is important. Your wellbeing matters to us. A variety of health benefits and wellness programmes are offered to all our colleagues, globally.
• Colleague Comfort and Convenience: Benefit from comfortable accommodation, a duty transportation, and duty meals to ensure your work experience is both enjoyable and hassle-free.
• Competitive Salary and Benefits: We offer a competitive salary and an attractive benefits package, fully aligned with UAE industry standards, to ensure your financial well-being and stability.

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