Sous Chef - Lah Lah - Kitchen

About the role

Jumeirah, a global luxury hospitality brand, is hiring a Sous Chef for its Lah Lah kitchen at Zabeel House The Greens in Dubai, near Palm Jumeirah. The role supports the Chef de Cuisine and Executive Chef in running the kitchen to Jumeirah's culinary standards.

Key responsibilities

• Assist the Chef de Cuisine and Executive Chef in planning, coordinating and supervising kitchen operations so service runs smoothly and meets Jumeirah standards.
• Oversee food preparation, cooking and presentation so every dish meets quality, consistency and presentation standards.
• Support the development and implementation of seasonal menus, innovative culinary concepts and promotional offerings.
• Supervise, train and mentor kitchen colleagues, ensuring compliance with operational procedures, hygiene standards and food safety regulations, including HACCP.
• Monitor inventory, ordering and stock control to minimize waste and control food costs.
• Carry out regular quality checks on food products, preparation methods and kitchen cleanliness.

Required profile

• Diploma or degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management or a related field.
• Minimum 3-5 years of culinary experience in a quality restaurant or hotel, with at least 1-2 years as a Sous Chef in an upscale or high-volume Asian dining concept.
• Experience leading, motivating and developing kitchen teams and managing inventory and food costs.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of Asian cuisine, food preparation techniques, kitchen operations and food safety standards.
• Ability to maintain consistency and quality across the menu.
• Organizational, leadership and communication skills.

What we offer

• Competitive tax-free salary paid in UAE Dirhams (AED).
• Comprehensive healthcare and life insurance coverage.
• Paid annual leave and performance-based incentives.
• Learning and development programmes, career pathways and internal mobility within the global network.
• Colleague discounts on food, beverage and hotel stays worldwide.