Sous Chef- Mediterranean Cuisine

Hyatt Hotels Corporation; Dubai; On-site; AED 201,000 - 335,000; Full time

Job summary

Andaz Dubai The Palm is seeking a Sous Chef – Mediterranean Cuisine to support the Chef de Cuisine in delivering memorable dining experiences. You will lead the Mediterranean kitchen, ensuring quality, consistency, and food safety while mentoring the culinary team.

The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of regional specialties and a collaborative leadership style, thriving in a fast-paced Hyatt-branded environment and driving menu execution with passion for guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' Sous Chef experience or 4 years as Chef de Partie in luxury hotels or premium Mediterranean venues.
• Strong knowledge of Mediterranean cuisine, ingredients, and modern techniques.
• Proven leadership, communication, and team development skills.
• Sound HACCP, food safety, hygiene, and kitchen cost control understanding.
• Passion for innovation, quality, and delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the efficient running of the Mediterranean kitchen in line with Hyatt's brand standards.
• Ensure the highest levels of quality, consistency, and food safety while inspiring the culinary brigade.
• Play a key role in menu execution, team leadership, and maintaining operational excellence.

Skills

Mediterranean cuisine

Leadership

Menu execution

Food safety

Team development

Job description

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"I believe successful people are the ones who take the initiative to learn, unlearn and relearn. It’s important to constantly challenge your knowledge and step out of your comfort zone."

"I believe successful people are the ones who take the initiative to learn, unlearn and relearn. It’s important to constantly challenge your knowledge and step out of your comfort zone."

Peggy Focheux Duval: Director of Learning & Development, France

At Andaz Dubai The Palm, we believe in creating memorable dining experiences through authentic flavors, creativity, and genuine hospitality. We are looking for a passionate Sous Chef – Mediterranean Cuisine to support the Chef de Cuisine in leading our culinary team and delivering exceptional guest experiences.

In this role, you will assist in the efficient running of the Mediterranean kitchen in line with Hyatt's brand standards, ensuring the highest levels of quality, consistency, and food safety while inspiring and developing the culinary brigade. You will play a key role in menu execution, team leadership, and maintaining operational excellence.

The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in authentic Mediterranean cuisine, with knowledge of regional specialties from Italy, Spain, France, Greece, and the Mediterranean coast. You are a collaborative leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is passionate about mentoring others, and is committed to creating meaningful experiences for both guests and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience as a Sous Chef or 4 years as Chef de Partie in a luxury hotel or premium Mediterranean restaurant.
• Strong knowledge of Mediterranean cuisine, ingredients, and modern culinary techniques.
• Proven leadership, communication, and team development skills.
• Sound understanding of HACCP, food safety, hygiene, and kitchen cost control.
• A passion for innovation, quality, and delivering exceptional guest experiences.

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