Thai Cuisine Lead Sous Chef – Luxury Hotel Kitchen

AccorHotel; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 201,000 - 279,000; Full time

Job summary

AccorHotel in Abu Dhabi seeks an experienced Sous Chef to support the Head Chef and lead daily kitchen operations in a luxury, multicultural setting. You will ensure quality, consistency, and a collaborative environment while upholding HACCP standards.

You will mentor staff, monitor food cost controls, supervise safety, and coordinate with other departments to deliver exceptional dining experiences across outlets. Fluency in English and extensive culinary expertise are required.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree, diploma, or relevant professional culinary qualification.
• Proven experience as a Sous Chef in luxury hotels or fine dining.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene, sanitation standards, and HACCP principles.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and multicultural teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily kitchen operations to maintain quality and consistency.
• Manage the kitchen team in Head Chef's absence with clear direction and support.
• Ensure food safety, hygiene, and HACCP compliance across all stations.
• Monitor inventory, waste, and cost to protect margin and standards.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure seamless hotel operations.
• Provide training and mentorship to grow kitchen talent.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Food safety

Cost control

HACCP

English proficiency

Team mentoring

Education

Culinary degree

Tools

Culinary software

Kitchen management systems

Job description

AccorHotel in Abu Dhabi seeks an experienced Sous Chef to support the Head Chef and lead daily kitchen operations in a luxury, multicultural setting. You will ensure quality, consistency, and a collaborative environment while upholding HACCP standards.

You will mentor staff, monitor food cost controls, supervise safety, and coordinate with other departments to deliver exceptional dining experiences across outlets. Fluency in English and extensive culinary expertise are required.