Sous Chef - Lobby Lounge

Wynn Al Marjan Island; Ras Al Khaimah; On-site; AED 279,000 - 424,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare package

Incentive programs

Leave policy

Job summary

Wynn Al Marjan Island is recruiting a Sous Chef – Lobby Lounge to lead the Lobby Lounge kitchen operations and deliver high-end lounge dining experiences. The role requires extensive leadership in a 5-star environment, knowledge of cost control, and the ability to manage daily kitchen activities in a dynamic resort setting.

The ideal candidate will have at least eight years in a luxury kitchen, strong organizational skills, and a focus on safety, quality, and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Secondary school diploma or equivalent; culinary qualification preferred.
• Knowledge of lounge dining operations, cost control, and pricing of ingredients and supplies.
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time management; oversee inventory and staff schedules.
• High attention to detail; compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Minimum 8 years' experience in a 5-star kitchen environment; lounge dining leadership.
• Flexibility to work shifts; 18+ age requirement.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Lobby Lounge kitchen to ensure efficiency and quality.
• Monitor resource use and optimize equipment, ingredients and inventory.
• Develop weekly set menus, monthly promotions, and seasonal offerings with Exec Chef.
• Ensure dishes meet recipes, quality standards and presentation guidelines.
• Lead, coach, and support the kitchen team for high performance.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and hygiene per HACCP and safety regs.
• Deliver high-quality Lobby Lounge offerings and address guest requests.
• Uphold health and safety practices; perform duties as assigned by senior chefs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Inventory management

Cost control

Staff scheduling

Basic computer skills

Education

Secondary school diploma

Culinary qualification preferred

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 – Lobby Lounge to join the Culinary team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of the Lobby Lounge 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 Lobby Lounge menu offerings 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

• Secondary school diploma or equivalent qualification. Culinary qualification preferred.
• Strong knowledge of lounge dining operations, 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 food quality, presentation standards, cleanliness, and full compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Minimum of 8 years' experience in a 5-star kitchen environment, including substantial experience in lounge dining operations and kitchen leadership.
• Flexibility to work shifts and adapt to changing schedules based on business demands.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

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.