Job description
Role Overview
Butcher & Still Junior Sous Chef at Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi at Al Maryah Island, Abu Dhabi.
Company Overview
Four Seasons is a global hospitality company powered by its people, committed to creating exceptional guest experiences through world-class service and genuine connection. Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi at Al Maryah Island is located within a 34-storey glass tower on Al Maryah Island, Abu Dhabi's business and lifestyle destination. The Hotel features 200 light-filled accommodations including 38 suites with water views, and six creative restaurants and lounges, positioned as Al Maryah Island's premier waterfront location.
Role Purpose
The Butcher & Still Kitchen Junior Sous Chef supports the Restaurant Chef and Sous Chef in managing kitchen operations. This role ensures the highest standards of food preparation, presentation, and service while supervising kitchen staff, maintaining efficiency, and assisting with menu planning and quality control.
Key Responsibilities
Kitchen Operations
- Assist the Sous Chef in managing daily kitchen operations across all sections.
- Supervise and coordinate the activities of Chef de Partie and junior kitchen staff.
Quality & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with hygiene, sanitation, and safety standards.
- Monitor food quality and consistency across all sections.
- Understand and uphold hygiene, sanitation, and safety regulations in a professional kitchen.
Menu & Inventory
- Support menu development, food costing, and inventory management.
Staff Development
- Train, mentor, and motivate kitchen staff to maintain high performance.
- Manage and develop junior staff effectively.
Special Events
- Assist in planning and executing special events, banquets, and functions.
General Duties
- Perform other tasks as assigned by the Sous Chef or Executive Chef.
Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role in a luxury brand.
- Culinary diploma or equivalent professional training is preferred.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
- In-depth knowledge of cooking techniques, kitchen operations, and menu planning.
- Creativity, attention to detail, and commitment to high food standards.
- Proficient in English (speaking, reading, writing).
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Additional Information
- Full-time role.
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Excellent training and development opportunities.
- Complimentary accommodation at other Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts.
- Complimentary dry cleaning for employee uniforms.
- Complimentary employee meals.