Sous Chef - Marina Estates

Wynn Al Marjan Island; Dubai; On-site; AED 279,000 - 502,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare package

Incentive programs

Excellent leave policy

Job summary

Wynn Al Marjan Island in Dubai invites an experienced Sous Chef – Marina Estates to lead our culinary team in a renowned 5-star setting. You will oversee daily kitchen operations, develop menus, and ensure presentation and quality meet exacting standards.

With 8+ years in high-end kitchens and strong Arabic/Indian cuisine knowledge, you will mentor staff, control costs, and uphold HACCP and safety guidelines while delivering outstanding guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Secondary school diploma or equivalent; culinary qualification preferred.
• Arabic and Indian cuisine knowledge, including cost control.
• Strong leadership and ability to mentor and lead teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and inventory oversight.
• Minimum 8 years' experience in a 5-star kitchen.
• Willingness to work shifts; available 18+.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations for efficiency and standards.
• Monitor resource use; optimize equipment, ingredients, and inventory.
• Develop weekly menus, monthly promotions, and seasonal offerings with Exec Chef.
• Ensure dishes follow recipes, quality, and presentation guidelines.
• Lead, coach, and support kitchen team to high performance.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and HACCP compliance.
• Address guest requests and feedback to enhance dining.
• Uphold health and safety practices; assist with additional duties from exec chef.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Arabic cuisine

Indian cuisine

Cost control

Education

Secondary school diploma or equivalent

Culinary qualification

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 – Marina Estates to join the Culinary team.

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.

About You

• Secondary school diploma or equivalent qualification. Culinary qualification preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Arabic and Indian 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 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 Arabic and Indian cuisine 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 .