Sushi-Centric Sous Chef - Japanese Kitchen Lead

7 Management; Dubai; On-site; AED 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

February 30 in Dubai is seeking a Chef de Partie to support the Sous Chef in daily kitchen operations and lead a section during service. The role emphasizes maintaining high hygiene standards, food quality, and teamwork within a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of culinary experience, with sushi preparation and Japanese cuisine expertise. Strong leadership, organization, and HACCP knowledge are essential for success in this hotel/venue setting.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Certificate in Culinary Arts or related field.
• 3–5 years of culinary experience, with at least 1 year as a Chef de Partie or similar supervisory role.
• Proven experience in sushi preparation and Japanese cuisine
• Strong understanding of food preparation techniques, kitchen operations, and quality standards.
• Good knowledge of food safety, hygiene regulations, and HACCP principles.
• Strong communication, organizational, and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Section Management: Oversees assigned kitchen sections during preparation and service, ensuring recipes, portion sizes, presentation standards, and service timelines are consistently met.
• Food Preparation and Quality: Assists in the preparation and finishing of menu items, ensuring all dishes leaving the kitchen meet the established quality, taste, and presentation standards.
• Team Support and Guidance: Supervises Commis Chefs and Demi Chefs within the assigned section, providing day-to-day guidance, training, and support to maintain productivity and consistency.
• Kitchen Organization: Ensures mise en place is completed, equipment is maintained, and workstations remain clean, organized, and fully prepared for service.
• Stock and Waste Control: Monitors stock levels within the assigned section, reports replenishment requirements to the Sous Chef, ensures proper stock rotation, and minimizes food waste through careful handling and portion control.
• Food Safety and Compliance: Maintains compliance with HACCP, food safety regulations, and company hygiene standards by ensuring cleanliness, safe food handling practices, and proper storage procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication

Time management

Food safety

Education

Diploma or Certificate in Culinary Arts

Job description

February 30 in Dubai is seeking a Chef de Partie to support the Sous Chef in daily kitchen operations and lead a section during service. The role emphasizes maintaining high hygiene standards, food quality, and teamwork within a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of culinary experience, with sushi preparation and Japanese cuisine expertise. Strong leadership, organization, and HACCP knowledge are essential for success in this hotel/venue setting.