Sous Chef - Mediterranean Cuisine

Role Overview

Sous Chef – Mediterranean Cuisine at Wynn Al Marjan Island, located in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE.

Company Overview

Wynn Al Marjan Island will be the first integrated resort in the UAE, set to open in 2027. Located 50 miles from Dubai International Airport in the emirate of Ras Al Khaimah, the resort will offer 1,530 rooms and suites, 22 restaurants, lounges, and bars, a theater, and a beach club. The resort will feature multiple swimming and wading pools, water features, a five-star spa, a salon, a shopping promenade, and a celebrations and events center.

Role Purpose

Lead the Mediterranean kitchen to deliver exceptional cuisine with consistency, efficiency, and adherence to culinary standards while managing kitchen operations, team performance, and guest satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

Kitchen Operations

• Oversee daily operations of the Mediterranean kitchen to ensure efficiency, consistency, and adherence to culinary standards.
• Monitor resource consumption and optimize the use of equipment, ingredients, and inventory.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of the kitchen, equipment, and utensils in compliance with HACCP, health, and safety regulations.

Menu Development and Standards

• Develop weekly set menus, monthly promotions, and seasonal offerings in collaboration with the Executive Chef.
• Ensure all dishes are prepared and presented according to established recipes, quality standards, and presentation guidelines.

Team Leadership

• Lead, coach, and support the kitchen team to maintain high levels of performance, productivity, and teamwork.

Guest Experience and Compliance

• Ensure the consistent delivery of high-quality Mediterranean cuisine and promptly address guest requests and feedback to enhance the dining experience.
• Continuously uphold and improve health and safety practices and carry out additional duties as assigned by the Executive Sous Chef or Executive Chef.

Qualifications & Experience

• Secondary school diploma or equivalent qualification; culinary qualification preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years' experience in a 5-star kitchen environment, including substantial experience in Mediterranean cuisine and kitchen leadership.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of Mediterranean cuisine, including cost control and pricing of ingredients and supplies.
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills, with the proven ability to motivate, mentor, and guide team members to achieve high-performance standards.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with staff and management.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to oversee inventory, staff schedules, and daily kitchen operations efficiently.
• High attention to detail, ensuring food quality, presentation standards, cleanliness, and full compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Basic computer literacy.

Additional Information

• Flexibility to work shifts and adapt to changing schedules based on business demands.
• Attractive salary paid in Dirhams (AED), the local currency of the UAE.
• Excellent leave policy.
• Healthcare package.
• Incentive programs and other employee benefits.