Sous Chef - Pastry

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

Job summary

FIVE Hotels & Resorts in Dubai is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to lead and mentor the kitchen team, delivering a premium dining experience. You will curate menus with seasonal, locally sourced ingredients and oversee all kitchen operations from prep to plating.

The role requires a strong background in luxury hospitality, pre-opening experience is advantageous, and excellent English communication. Knowledge of HACCP and health regulations is essential.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or equivalent qualification preferred.
• Proven track record as a Sous Chef in a luxury hotel or fine dining setting.
• Outstanding pre-opening experience is advantageous.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills.
• Impeccable communication in English; additional languages a plus.
• Experience with Forbes or LQA-rated properties is advantageous.
• Extensive knowledge of international cuisine and techniques.
• HACCP and food safety knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor kitchen staff, fostering continuous learning.
• Curate innovative menus with locally sourced ingredients.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations from prep to plating.
• Ensure HACCP compliance and uphold health and safety standards.
• Control costs, manage inventory, and minimise waste.
• Deliver a FIVE-STAR dining experience for guests.
• Collaborate with Front-of-House for seamless service.
• Lead and train staff across shifts.
• Maintain a spotless, well-organised kitchen.

Skills

Culinary skills

Leadership

English fluency

Team mentoring

Time management

Quality focus

Menu development

Food safety HACCP

Education

Culinary Degree or equivalent

Job description

Your Journey Starts Here.

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

At The Group, you'll operate at the crossroads of
culture, entertainment, and commercial ambition - contributing to an ecosystem
that 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 Degree
  or equivalent qualification is preferred.
• A proven track
  record as a Sous Chef in a Luxury Hotel environment or Fine Dining Restaurant,
  delivering Sensational Experiences synonymous with FIVE's Award-Winning Service
  Quality.
• Outstanding
  Pre-Opening experience in setting up dynamic, seamless and fast-paced Kitchen
  Operations is advantageous.
• Next-Level
  Organisational and Leadership skills, effectively leading and inspiring the
  FIVE Tribe to New Heights.
• Impeccable
  Communication Skills, both verbal and written, with fluency in English
  (Additional languages such as Arabic, German, Italian, French, Spanish, Russian
  or Mandarin are a Plus).
• Previous
  experience in Forbes or Leading Quality Assurance (LQA)-Rated properties will
  be Advantageous, demonstrating a Strong Commitment to Luxury Service Standards.
• Extensive
  Knowledge of diverse International Cuisine, expert Culinary Techniques, and
  contemporary Food Trends.
• Comprehensive
  knowledge of HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) principles and
  practices, and a thorough understanding of Health and Safety Regulations, Food
  Hygiene Standards, and Best Practices in Restaurant Operations.
• Exceptional Time
  Management and Multi-Tasking skills to oversee a busy kitchen and deliver a
  ‘FIVE-Star’ Experience for our guests.
• Robust
  Organisational Skills to efficiently and accurately Manage Inventory, Control
  Costs and Execute Food Orders in a timely manner.
• Flexibility to
  work a variety of shifts, including weekends and holidays, based on the
  requirements of the Hotel.
• Collaborates
  closely with the Chef De Cuisine to Curate Innovative and Diverse Menus,
  infusing them with Seasonal and Locally Sourced, Hand-Crafted Ingredients to
  Deliver a ‘FIVE-Star’ Dining Experience.
• Oversees daily
  Kitchen Operations, from meticulous Food Preparation to the Artful Plating of
  each dish, ensuring that every creation embodies FIVE’s renowned Taste and
  Presentation.
• Takes charge of
  Leading, Training, and Mentoring the kitchen team, instilling a culture of
  Continuous Learning and Professional Growth. Provides Expert Guidance on
  Culinary Techniques, Time Management, and Kitchen Safety Practices.
• Injects creative
  flair into Menu Development, introducing new Dishes, Techniques, and
  Presentations that captivate and delight our guests, consistently staying at
  the forefront of Industry Trends and Culinary Innovations.
• Prioritises Guest
  Satisfaction, promptly addressing Special Requests, Dietary Needs, and any
  concerns related to Food Quality.
• Works in tandem
  with Front-of-House Staff to ensure a Seamless, Stunning Dining Experience for
  each guest.
• Collaborates
  closely with the Chef De Cuisine and Procurement Team to manage Inventory
  Levels, exercise Cost Control, and Minimise Waste, maintaining a premium
  selection of Ingredients, Supplies, and Equipment for the kitchen.
• Enforces rigorous
  compliance with Food Safety and Hygiene Regulations, upholding a Spotlessly
  Clean and Meticulously Organised kitchen environment, conducting Routine
  Inspections and implementing necessary Corrective Measures.
• Provides valuable
  support to the Chef De Cuisine in Administrative Tasks, including Scheduling
  Performance Evaluations and Reporting. Steps into their role when required to
  ensure Uninterrupted Delivery of exceptional Dining Experiences.
• Proactively
  identifies areas for enhancement within Kitchen Operations, Processes, and
  Staff Performance. Implements Visionary Strategies to elevate Efficiency,
  Quality, and Guest Satisfaction to a level that is truly Boundary-Breaking.
• Cultivates
  transparent and effective communication within the Culinary Team and with Other
  Departments.
• Coordinates with
  servers and relevant FIVE Tribe Members to consistently maintain Next-Level
  Quality and Presentation for every dish.

What Success Looks Like

Be Part of an Organisation That Recognises 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 real development and where consistent delivery is recognised across every function, brand, and territory.

You Connect

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

You Represent the Brand

In every interaction, whether with a guest, a colleague, or a partner, you conduct yourself as a representative of the brand.

You Own It

You assume full responsibility for what falls within your remit, and you see it through to completion with minimal oversight.

You Deliver

Your work is accurate, timely, and consistently meets the standard expected, while understanding how it connects to the wider business, team output and commercial results.

You Grow

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