Specialty Sous Chef – Nikkei Cuisine

About the role

The Specialty Sous Chef – Nikkei Cuisine will lead the culinary team at Park Hyatt Dubai’s Nikkei restaurant, creating authentic Japanese‑Peruvian dishes that reflect the brand’s luxury standards.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring smooth service and high food quality.
• Prepare and supervise authentic Nikkei dishes, maintaining consistency in flavour, presentation, and portion control.
• Develop and enhance menu offerings, seasonal specials, and signature dishes.
• Monitor guest feedback and dining trends to drive menu innovation.
• Train, coach and motivate culinary staff, fostering a culture of excellence.
• Manage staffing, workflow, inventory, purchasing and cost control while minimizing waste.
• Ensure strict compliance with HACCP, food safety, sanitation and health‑and‑safety standards.

Required profile

• Diploma or certification in Culinary Arts, Gastronomy or a related field.
• 4‑6 years of culinary experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory role within Nikkei, Japanese, Peruvian or Latin‑Asian fusion restaurants in luxury settings.
• Proven experience in menu development, team leadership, inventory management and cost control.
• Strong understanding of HACCP, food safety, allergen management and sanitation practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication and organizational skills in a fast‑paced hospitality environment.

Required skills

• HACCP compliance
• Food safety standards
• Allergen management