Sous Chef, Specialty, Saffron - Atlantis The Palm

Kerzner International; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous food and beverage privileges

Discounted Kerzner properties rates

Comprehensive health insurance (with)

Annual flights home

Life insurance

Incentive program

Wellness and social initiatives

Job summary

Kerzner International's Atlantis The Palm in Dubai is seeking a Sous Chef, Specialty to assist the Chef de Cuisine in delivering high-end Western cuisine in a high-volume luxury setting.

The ideal candidate has a Diploma in Catering or 5+ years in a 5-star international chain, with 1-2 years in a similar role. Benefits include tax-free UAE salary, F&B privileges, health insurance, annual flights, and more.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Catering or equivalent professional qualification.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a 5-star international hotel group.
• 1-2 years’ experience in a similar Sous Chef role.
• Experience in high-volume service and Western cuisine is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist Chef de Cuisine to lead and organize kitchen operations to high standards.
• Ensure hygiene and sanitation in assigned areas.
• Manage stock levels and coordinate inter-department communication.
• Direct, supervise, and motivate staff to deliver top-tier service.

Skills

Leadership

Menu planning

Food safety

Team coordination

Western cuisine experience

Education

Diploma in Catering

Job description

Sous Chef, Specialty, Saffron - Atlantis The Palm
( 21454 )

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, Specialty – 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. Atlantis, The Palm offers an unbeatable opportunity to grow and develop in your career right in mix of a continuously developing city and diverse range of cultures. We are looking for someone with experience in volume restaurants while maintaining quality. Western cuisine focus will be a plus.

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.