Sous Chef; Pastry - FIVE Palm Jumeirah

An Exhilarating Opportunity

Are You Ready for a Daring Challenge with The World’s Hottest Luxury Hotel Group? Disruptive by Design, FIVE Hotels and Resorts is Redefining ‘FIVE-Star’ Hospitality and Setting the Gold Standard across the Industry.

Join the FIVE Tribe - and Get Ready to Make Waves.

A Driven Self-Starter, you have Excellent Communication, Leadership and Organisational Skills. As an Astute Creative and Critical Thinker, you can Conceptualise and Implement Innovative Solutions in a Fast-Paced Environment. Not even the Smallest Detail Escapes Your Keen Eye and You Execute Tasks Proactively with Precision and Finesse. A ‘Can-Do!’ Attitude Coupled with An Inherent Flair for Taking Ownership Makes You a Highly Motivated Go-Getter.

Your Outgoing and Approachable Nature enables you to Seamlessly Connect with other ‘FIVERs’ and key Stakeholders, ensuring that Their and Your Journey at FIVE is nothing short of Sensational. Joining our Culinary Team as Sous Chef will Empower you to deliver Exceptional Experiences across our award-winning Lifestyle Destinations. Jump on Board and Unlock your Potential in a Buzzing Environment that will take your Career to New Heights!

• A Culinary Degree or equivalent qualification is preferred.
• A proven track record as a Sous Chef in a Luxury Hotel environment or Fine Dining Restaurant, delivering Sensational Experiences synonymous with FIVE's Award-Winning Service Quality.
• Outstanding Pre-Opening experience in setting up dynamic, seamless and fast-paced Kitchen Operations is advantageous.
• Next-Level Organisational and Leadership skills, effectively leading and inspiring the FIVE Tribe to New Heights.
• Impeccable Communication Skills, both verbal and written, with fluency in English (Additional languages such as Arabic, German, Italian, French, Spanish, Russian or Mandarin are a Plus).
• Previous experience in Forbes or Leading Quality Assurance (LQA)-Rated properties will be Advantageous, demonstrating a Strong Commitment to Luxury Service Standards.
• Extensive Knowledge of diverse International Cuisine, expert Culinary Techniques, and contemporary Food Trends.
• Comprehensive knowledge of HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) principles and practices, and a thorough understanding of Health and Safety Regulations, Food Hygiene Standards, and Best Practices in Restaurant Operations.
• Exceptional Time Management and Multi-Tasking skills to oversee a busy kitchen and deliver a ‘FIVE-Star’ Experience for our guests.
• Robust Organisational Skills to efficiently and accurately Manage Inventory, Control Costs and Execute Food Orders in a timely manner.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including weekends and holidays, based on the requirements of the Hotel.

• Collaborates closely with the Chef De Cuisine to Curate Innovative and Diverse Menus, infusing them with Seasonal and Locally Sourced, Hand-Crafted Ingredients to Deliver a ‘FIVE-Star’ Dining Experience.
• Oversees daily Kitchen Operations, from meticulous Food Preparation to the Artful Plating of each dish, ensuring that every creation embodies FIVE’s renowned Taste and Presentation.
• Takes charge of Leading, Training, and Mentoring the kitchen team, instilling a culture of Continuous Learning and Professional Growth. Provides Expert Guidance on Culinary Techniques, Time Management, and Kitchen Safety Practices.
• Injects creative flair into Menu Development, introducing new Dishes, Techniques, and Presentations that captivate and delight our guests, consistently staying at the forefront of Industry Trends and Culinary Innovations.
• Prioritises Guest Satisfaction, promptly addressing Special Requests, Dietary Needs, and any concerns related to Food Quality.
• Works in tandem with Front-of-House Staff to ensure a Seamless, Stunning Dining Experience for each guest.
• Collaborates closely with the Chef De Cuisine and Procurement Team to manage Inventory Levels, exercise Cost Control, and Minimise Waste, maintaining a premium selection of Ingredients, Supplies, and Equipment for the kitchen.
• Enforces rigorous compliance with Food Safety and Hygiene Regulations, upholding a…