Sous Chef - Pastry

FIVE Hotels and Resorts; Dubai; On-site; AED 53,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

FIVE Hotels and Resorts in Dubai is seeking a Sous Chef to lead a luxury kitchen team, ensuring flawless service and premium dining experiences. The role emphasizes HACCP compliance, high standards, and collaboration with culinary leadership in a fast-paced environment.

Experience in pre-opening operations and a strong passion for seasonal, locally sourced menus is required, with excellent English communication and leadership ability.

Qualifications

• A Culinary Degree or equivalent qualification is preferred.
• Proven Sous Chef experience in luxury hotel or fine dining.
• Excellent English communication; multilingual skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversees daily Kitchen Operations, from prep to plating, to deliver FIVE-Star dining.
• Leads and mentors kitchen team, ensuring guidance on cooking techniques and safety.
• Collaborates with Chef De Cuisine to curate seasonal menus using local ingredients.

Skills

English fluency

Leadership

Time management

Quality control

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent

Job description

Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 09/05/2026

This Isn't Just A Role - It's APosition Within A Global Lifestyle Powerhouse.

At The Group, you'll operate at the crossroads ofculture, entertainment, and commercial ambition - contributing to an ecosystemthat spans hospitality, entertainment, real estate, and beyond.

The Opportunity

A Platform for Those Who Deliver.

Whether you're in a frontline role, a specialist function, or a leadership position, every role presents an opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Compensation

• A fixed monthly salary of AED 5,200 offered as part of this exciting career opportunity.

Roles and Responsibilities

You Take Ownership. You Deliver With Precision.

You approach your responsibilities with discipline, a clear understanding of what the business requires, and a consistent attention to quality - working collaboratively and focused, at all times, on delivering meaningful output.

• A Culinary Degreeor equivalent qualification is preferred.
• A proven trackrecord as a Sous Chef in a Luxury Hotel environment or Fine Dining Restaurant,delivering Sensational Experiences synonymous with FIVE's Award-Winning ServiceQuality.
• OutstandingPre-Opening experience in setting up dynamic, seamless and fast-paced KitchenOperations is advantageous.
• Next-LevelOrganisational and Leadership skills, effectively leading and inspiring theFIVE Tribe to New Heights.
• ImpeccableCommunication Skills, both verbal and written, with fluency in English(Additional languages such as Arabic, German, Italian, French, Spanish, Russianor Mandarin are a Plus).
• Previousexperience in Forbes or Leading Quality Assurance (LQA)-Rated properties willbe Advantageous, demonstrating a Strong Commitment to Luxury Service Standards.
• ExtensiveKnowledge of diverse International Cuisine, expert Culinary Techniques, andcontemporary Food Trends.
• Comprehensiveknowledge of HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) principles andpractices, and a thorough understanding of Health and Safety Regulations, FoodHygiene Standards, and Best Practices in Restaurant Operations.
• Exceptional TimeManagement and Multi-Tasking skills to oversee a busy kitchen and deliver a‘FIVE-Star’ Experience for our guests.
• RobustOrganisational Skills to efficiently and accurately Manage Inventory, ControlCosts and Execute Food Orders in a timely manner.
• Flexibility towork a variety of shifts, including weekends and holidays, based on therequirements of the Hotel.
• Collaboratesclosely with the Chef De Cuisine to Curate Innovative and Diverse Menus,infusing them with Seasonal and Locally Sourced, Hand-Crafted Ingredients toDeliver a ‘FIVE-Star’ Dining Experience.
• Oversees dailyKitchen Operations, from meticulous Food Preparation to the Artful Plating ofeach dish, ensuring that every creation embodies FIVE’s renowned Taste andPresentation.
• Takes charge ofLeading, Training, and Mentoring the kitchen team, instilling a culture ofContinuous Learning and Professional Growth. Provides Expert Guidance onCulinary Techniques, Time Management, and Kitchen Safety Practices.
• Injects creativeflair into Menu Development, introducing new Dishes, Techniques, andPresentations that captivate and delight our guests, consistently staying atthe forefront of Industry Trends and Culinary Innovations.
• Prioritises GuestSatisfaction, promptly addressing Special Requests, Dietary Needs, and anyconcerns related to Food Quality.
• Works in tandemwith Front-of-House Staff to ensure a Seamless, Stunning Dining Experience foreach guest.
• Collaboratesclosely with the Chef De Cuisine and Procurement Team to manage InventoryLevels, exercise Cost Control, and Minimise Waste, maintaining a premiumselection of Ingredients, Supplies, and Equipment for the kitchen.
• Enforces rigorouscompliance with Food Safety and Hygiene Regulations, upholding a SpotlesslyClean and Meticulously Organised kitchen environment, conducting RoutineInspections and implementing necessary Corrective Measures.
• Provides valuablesupport to the Chef De Cuisine in Administrative Tasks, including SchedulingPerformance Evaluations and Reporting. Steps into their role when required toensure Uninterrupted Delivery of exceptional Dining Experiences.
• Proactivelyidentifies areas for enhancement within Kitchen Operations, Processes, andStaff Performance. Implements Visionary Strategies to elevate Efficiency,Quality, and Guest Satisfaction to a level that is truly Boundary-Breaking.
• Cultivatestransparent and effective communication within the Culinary Team and with OtherDepartments.
• Coordinates withservers and relevant FIVE Tribe Members to consistently maintain Next-LevelQuality and Presentation for every dish.

What Success Looks Like

Be Part of an Organisation ThatRecognises Delivery and Rewards Growth.

You’ll be part of a global, fast-growing business operating across some of the most distinctive destinations in the industry, working alongside a diverse,multicultural team united by shared standards, at a pace that supports realdevelopment and where consistent delivery is recognised across every function,brand, and territory.

You recognise how your work affects thewider team, the guest, and the business, and you act accordingly.

You Represent the Brand

Inevery interaction, whether with a guest, a colleague, or a partner, youconduct yourself as a representative of the brand.

You Own It

You assume full responsibility for whatfalls within your remit, and you see it through to completion with minimaloversight.

You Deliver

Yourwork is accurate, timely, and consistently meets the standard expected, whileunderstanding how it connects to the wider business, team output andcommercial results.

You Grow

You receive feedback constructively,develop your capabilities with intent, and approach every challenge as anopportunity to improve.

Ready to Join the Tribe?