Overview
Join to apply for the Sous Chef (Pastry) - FIVE Palm Jumeirah role at FIVE Hotels and Resorts .
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.
The Candidate
A driven self-starter with 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. A proactive, detail-oriented mindset with a can-do attitude and ownership mindset is essential. An outgoing and approachable nature helps you connect with other ‘FIVERs’ and key stakeholders, ensuring a sensational experience at FIVE. As part of the Culinary Team as Pastry Sous Chef, you will deliver exceptional experiences across our award-winning lifestyle destinations.
What We’re Looking For
- A Culinary Degree or equivalent qualification is preferred.
- A proven track record as a Pastry Sous Chef in a Luxury Hotel environment, delivering experiences synonymous with FIVE’s award-winning service quality.
- Strong pre-opening experience in setting up dynamic, fast-paced kitchen operations is advantageous.
- Outstanding organisational and leadership skills, effectively leading and inspiring the FIVE Tribe.
- Impeccable communication skills, fluency in English; additional languages are a plus.
- Experience in Forbes or Leading Quality Assurance (LQA)-rated properties is advantageous.
- Knowledge of HACCP principles and health and safety regulations, food hygiene standards, and best practices in restaurant operations.
- Excellent time management and multi-tasking skills to oversee a busy kitchen and deliver a FIVE-STAR experience.
- Strong organisational skills to manage inventory, control costs and execute food orders.
- Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the Chef De Cuisine to curate innovative and diverse menus using seasonal, locally sourced ingredients to deliver a FIVE-STAR dining experience.
- Oversee daily kitchen operations, from food preparation to plating, ensuring quality and presentation.
- Lead, train and mentor the kitchen team, promoting continuous learning and growth, and providing guidance on techniques, time management and safety.
- Contribute creatively to menu development with new dishes, techniques and presentations aligned with industry trends.
- Prioritise guest satisfaction, addressing dietary needs and any concerns related to food quality.
- Work with Front-of-House to ensure a seamless dining experience for guests.
- Collaborate with procurement to manage inventory, control costs and minimise waste, maintaining quality ingredients and equipment.
- Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations and maintain a clean, organized kitchen environment.
- Support the Chef De Cuisine with administrative tasks, including scheduling and performance evaluations; step in as needed to ensure delivery of exceptional dining experiences.
- Identify areas for improvement in kitchen operations, processes and staff performance; implement strategies to elevate efficiency and guest satisfaction.
- Foster clear communication within the culinary team and with other departments; coordinate with servers to maintain quality and presentation.
The Team
‘FIVERs’ are cultured yet chic, confident yet self-effacing, and work hard to play hard. Joining our FIVE Tribe means embodying the ‘Vibe at FIVE’ and delivering Insta-worthy experiences that keep guests returning.
Sustainable Indulgence at FIVE
FIVE is a leader in sustainable luxury living and hospitality. UAE destinations have achieved renewable energy milestones and LEED Platinum certifications, with several properties recognised for sustainability leadership. FIVE’s approach centers on sustainability without compromising luxury.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
FIVE is committed to hiring a diverse and inclusive workforce as an Equal-Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on disability, race, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion or belief, nationality, marital status, or any other protected characteristic. FIVE was ranked 10th on the Great Places to Work UAE 2023 list for Large Organisations.
About FIVE Hotels And Resorts
FIVE Hotels and Resorts prides itself on being disruptive and unique. Our portfolio includes FIVE Palm Jumeirah, FIVE Jumeirah Village, FIVE Zurich and FIVE LUXE. Joining the FIVE Tribe means being part of a team that breaks boundaries and delivers next-level experiences across hotels, dining concepts, and immersive venues.
Job Details
- Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
- Employment type: Full-time
- Job function: Management and Manufacturing
- Industries: Hospitality