Sous Chef, Saffron - Atlantis The Palm

Kerzner International; Dubai; On-site; AED 201,000 - 290,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous food and beverage privileges

Exclusive discounted rates at Kerzners

Comprehensive health insurance (with 


Annual flights home

Life insurance

Incentive program

Wellness & social initiatives

Job summary

Kerzner International’s Atlantis The Palm in Dubai is seeking a Sous Chef for Saffron. You will assist the Chef de Cuisine to lead and oversee all requirements to the highest standards, ensuring hygiene, stock management and inter-department coordination for premium service.

The ideal candidate holds a Diploma in Catering or 5 years’ experience in a 5-star international chain, with 1–2 years in a similar role and Western cuisine expertise for high-volume service.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Catering or 5 years’ experience in a 5-star international chain.
• 1–2 years’ experience in a similar position.
• Western cuisine experience for high-volume restaurants.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and organize kitchen operations to the highest standards.
• Ensure proper hygiene, sanitation and stock control in areas under your jurisdiction.
• Direct, supervise and train staff; ensure adherence to service standards and procedures.
• Coordinate with other departments to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Skills

Western cuisine

High volume service

Education

Diploma in Catering

5 years' experience in a 5-star international chain

Job description

Sous Chef, Saffron - Atlantis The Palm
( 21455 )

A part of Kerzner International, a global leader in luxury hospitality, Atlantis, The Palm is a world where iconic stays, legendary adventures, and the boldest flavours all come together to transport guests to A World Away.

The iconic resort, located on the crescent of Palm Island, features 1,544 Rooms, Suites, and Signature Suites, each designed with thoughtful details inspired by the sea. It is the ultimate destination for world-class dining, bringing together some of the most renowned celebrity chefs and Michelin-starred restaurants. The resort is also home to unforgettable experiences, from record-breaking thrills at the world’s largest waterpark to stunning views of 65,000 marine animals in the aquarium, and close encounters with resident Indo-Pacific dolphins at Dolphin Bay.

Behind this extraordinary destination are over 6,000 colleagues from 129 nationalities. Together, we foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where talent is nurtured, wellbeing is prioritised, and careers truly thrive.

About the role

As a Sous Chef - you will be assisting the Chef de Cuisine to lead, manage and organize all requirements to the highest standards in accordance to the standard operating procedures. You will ensure proper hygiene and sanitation in the areas under your jurisdiction, adequate stocks of working materials, inter-department coordination and training. You must ensure and enforce the set service standard procedures by directing, supervising, and motivating staff to perform to their highest level of service.

About You

The ideal candidate must have a Diploma in Catering or 5 years’ experience in a 5-star international chain whilst having 1-2 years’ experience in a similar position or above. Weare looking for someone with Western cuisine experience for high volume restaurants.

We offer a competitive, tax-free salary paid in UAE Dirhams (AED), alongside a wealth of benefits.

• generous food and beverage privileges
• exclusive discounted rates at all Kerzner properties worldwide
• comprehensive health insurance (with dental coverage)
• annual flights home
• life insurance
• an incentive program
• a variety of colleague wellness and social initiatives

With a strong emphasis on learning and development, colleagues at Atlantis enjoy access to world-class training, career mobility, and internal growth opportunities across the Kerzner portfolio - making this an ideal environment for ambitious individuals seeking a long-term, fulfilling career in luxury hospitality. Join the A-Team and discover the extraordinary.