Top Sous Chef: Lead, Innovate Menus & 5-Star Kitchen

Pullman Hotels & Resorts; Dubai; On-site; AED 134,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

Accor in Dubai is seeking a hands-on Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef and lead a high-performing kitchen team. You will help manage daily operations, ensure food quality, and maintain HACCP standards in a fast-paced luxury setting.

The role requires experience in high-end hotels or resorts, strong leadership, and a proactive approach to menu development and cost control. This is a full-time, on-site position with opportunities across properties in the UAE.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or professional culinary certification preferred.
• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or similar role in a 4- or 5-star property.
• Experience managing kitchen operations across multiple sections.
• Flexibility to work across properties as required.
• Background in hotels, resorts, or large-scale catering operations.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef in daily kitchen operations and ensuring smooth service.
• Supervise, train, and mentor kitchen staff to maintain high performance and teamwork.
• Ensure consistency in food quality, taste, portion control, and presentation across all dishes.
• Assist in developing menus, recipes, and new dishes in line with seasonal trends and guest preferences.
• Plan daily food preparation, production schedules, and kitchen workflow.
• Monitor food costs, minimize waste, and maintain effective inventory and stock control.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, sanitation, and HACCP standards.
• Coordinate with the Executive Chef and other kitchen sections to ensure timely and efficient food service.
• Monitor the quality and freshness of ingredients and ensure proper storage and handling.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, organization, and equipment maintenance in all kitchen areas.
• Support the Executive Chef in managing staff schedules, allocating duties, and monitoring team performance.
• Assist the Executive Chef with special events, banquets, and menu development while maintaining operational efficiency.
• Ensure recipes, standard operating procedures, and kitchen policies are consistently followed.
• Take responsibility for kitchen operations in the Executive Chef’s absence.

Skills

Team leadership

Food safety HACCP

Menu development

Production planning

Kitchen supervision

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Accor in Dubai is seeking a hands-on Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef and lead a high-performing kitchen team. You will help manage daily operations, ensure food quality, and maintain HACCP standards in a fast-paced luxury setting.

The role requires experience in high-end hotels or resorts, strong leadership, and a proactive approach to menu development and cost control. This is a full-time, on-site position with opportunities across properties in the UAE.