About Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab:

Nestled at the tip of a peninsula at the heart of Dubai’s most exclusive private beach, Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab is a new lifestyle destination, infused with the warmth and generosity of Arabian Hospitality. Featuring an avant-garde, superyacht-inspired exterior designed by architect Shaun Killa, Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab includes a resort with 386 rooms and suites, 82 luxury residences, an 82-berth superyacht marina, an impressive spa and a range of curated dining experiences. With five pools set in lush landscaping, 11 restaurants and nine bars crafted by internationally acclaimed designers, and all rooms and residences featuring unobstructed views of the city skyline, Jumeirah Burj Al Arab and the shimmering Arabian Gulf, it’s an undisputable new go-to destination in Dubai. The 3,500 square meter Talise spa set over three floors completes the offering, providing female-only spaces and 13 treatment suites, each with a private terrace and captivating views over the Arabian Peninsula. Setting the stage for a guest journey that explores the evocative world of wellness, tantalising cuisine and mixology, guests are invited to unite, celebrate, or simply enjoy a moment of peaceful reflection by the water.

About the Job:

An opportunity has arisen for a Junior Sous Chef to join our French Mediterranean restaurant at Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab . The main duties and responsibilities of this role:

• Assist the line managers with the supervision of all colleagues engaged in the kitchen.

• Attend daily meetings with the executive team regarding menus.

• Assist the senior team in planning menus and recipes and test samples in conjunction with the executive team.

• Write specific and accurate product specifications and standard recipes for use in the computer and by the material manager.

• Coordinate with the line managers in establishing job methods and supervise on a regular basis and correct if necessary, cooking standards to maintain a high quality of food and service on quality basis.

• Plan rosters on a weekly basis and to review, on a daily basis, overtime, rosters, holiday requirements and absenteeism with the line managers.

• Liaise with the Chief steward in order to ensure high standards of cleanliness are maintained in all areas of kitchen.

• Any other duties as may reasonably be requested by the management.

About you:

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:

• Prior experience in a similar role within a luxury hospitality brand, particularly in a French Mediterranean specialty outlet, showcasing a profound grasp of luxury hospitality standards, ideally within a pre-opening environment.

• Proficiency in English is required.

• Strong leadership skills, capable of motivating and developing a multi-cultural team of service professionals to uphold high standards of service excellence.

• A college degree in culinary arts is high desirable.

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 including dental coverage, flights home, life insurance, incentive programs, 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.