Thai Cuisine Sous Chef — Lead & Elevate Luxury Kitchen

Hyatt Hotels Corporation; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyatt Hotels Corporation in Dubai is seeking a Sous Chef specializing in Thai cuisine to lead and support the Thai kitchen under luxury hospitality standards. You will oversee daily operations, mentor junior chefs, and ensure authentic flavours, quality, portioning, and presentation across all Thai dishes.

The role requires a Diploma in Culinary Arts and 5-7 years of experience, with at least 2 in leadership within Thai cuisine, in a high-end hotel or restaurant.

Qualifications

• Diploma or certification in Culinary Arts.
• 5-7 years of culinary experience with 2+ in leadership in Thai cuisine.
• Strong knowledge of authentic Thai dishes, curries, soups, stir-fries.
• Experience in kitchen supervision, team development, high-volume service.
• Knowledge of food cost control, inventory, and purchasing.
• HACCP, sanitation and food safety expertise.
• Strong leadership, organization, and coaching skills.
• Ability to perform in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Support Head Chef/Executive Chef in daily kitchen operations.
• Lead Thai dish prep, ensure quality and presentation.
• Plan menus, seasonal promotions, and events.
• Monitor food quality and safety compliance.
• Coordinate kitchen staff during service for efficiency.
• Mentor chefs to develop culinary skills.
• Collaborate on menu development and sourcing.
• Manage inventory, stock rotation, and waste reduction.
• Drive food cost control and forecasting.
• Maintain sanitation and allergen controls.
• Work with restaurant teams to meet guest requests.
• Ensure cleanliness and proper storage throughout all kitchen areas.

Skills

Leadership

Thai cuisine expertise

Food safety & HACCP

Menu development

Inventory & cost control

Education

Diploma in Culinary Arts

Job description

Hyatt Hotels Corporation in Dubai is seeking a Sous Chef specializing in Thai cuisine to lead and support the Thai kitchen under luxury hospitality standards. You will oversee daily operations, mentor junior chefs, and ensure authentic flavours, quality, portioning, and presentation across all Thai dishes.

The role requires a Diploma in Culinary Arts and 5-7 years of experience, with at least 2 in leadership within Thai cuisine, in a high-end hotel or restaurant.