About Jumeirah & the Hotel
Jumeirah, a global leader in luxury hospitality and a member of Dubai Holding, operates an exceptional portfolio of 28 properties across the Middle East, Europe and Asia. In 1999, Jumeirah changed the face of luxury hospitality with the opening of the iconic Jumeirah Burj Al Arab and the brand is now renowned worldwide for its distinguished beachfront resorts, esteemed city hotels and luxury residences. From the contemporary Maldivian island paradise at Jumeirah Olhahali Island to the art-inspired Jumeirah Capri Palace in Italy and the modern twist on a British classic at Jumeirah Carlton Tower in London, the brand has become synonymous with warm and generous service and the ability to craft distinctive and purposeful experiences that bring joy to guests from across the world.
Madinat Jumeirah, Jumeirah’s mega-resort is home to four ultra-luxurious hotels – Jumeirah Al Naseem, Jumeirah Al Qasr, Jumeirah Mina Al Salam and Jumeirah Dar Al Masyaf – all nestled within 3km of picturesque waterways connected by traditional abras. The megaresort boasts 2km of pristine beach, the award-winning Talise Spa and state-of-the-art fitness and leisure facilities, as well as exclusive accommodations ranging from penthouses and suites to private summerhouse experiences with unrivalled benefits including a leading conference and banqueting centre. Madinat Jumeirah is also home to over 50 world-class restaurants and bars, as well as a traditional souk featuring Arabian shopping stands, barrows and stalls with a blend of boutique brands, souvenir gift shops, and luxury fashion and jewellery outlets.
About the Job:
An opportunity has arisen for a Junior Sous Chef to join the The Palmery (Buffet) in Jumeirah Al Naseem. The main duties and responsibilities of this role:
- Assist the Sous Chef or Chef de Cuisine to set standards and maintain them to the Madinat Jumeirah Standard.
- Ensure the smooth operation of the department by optimising the use of materials and manpower, thereby maximising revenue and guest satisfaction.
- Coordinate and execute training of the kitchen colleagues, be able to motivate, and cook any food on a daily basis according to business requirements.
- In conjunction with the Chef de Cuisine/Sous Chef establish job methods and supervise on a regular basis and correct if necessary, cooking standards to maintain a high quality of food and service.
- Assist the Chef de cuisine/Sous Chef in planning menus and recipes and test samples in conjunction with the Executive Chef/Executive Sous Chef.
- Plan rosters on a 1 weekly basis and to review on a daily basis with the Chef de cuisine/Sous chef overtime, rosters, holiday requirements and absenteeism.
- Liaise with the Chief steward in order to ensure high standards of cleanliness are maintained in all areas of the kitchen.
About You:
The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:
- Previous experience in a similar role (at least 2–3 years) within a high-volume buffet or all-day dining environment.
- Fluent in English and an additional international language is a plus.
- Experience in both front-line cooking and back-of-house operations sous chef duties.
- Experience in menu planning and recipe development specific to buffet-style dining (ensuring variety, nutritional balance, and consistency).
About the Benefits:
We offer an attractive tax-free salary, paid in Dirhams (AED), the local currency of the UAE. In addition, we offer generous F&B benefits, reduced hotel rates across our properties globally, excellent leave and health care package, flights home, accommodation, life insurance, functional incentives and other employee benefits making the role attractive to high performers and any applicant looking for a career with one of the most luxurious brands in the hospitality industry.
