Executive Sous Chef
- Full-time
- Job-Category: Culinary
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Schedule: Full-Time
Company Description
SLS Dubai Hotel and Residences is a luxury lifestyle 5-star city hotel which belongs to Ennismore under the wider Accor group umbrella.
Boasting 946 units, with 254 uniquely designed hotel rooms, 321 hotel apartments and 371 Branded Residences, spread over 75 floors, SLS Dubai is one of the tallest hotels and residences in the region.
A wondrous and striking landmark in Downtown District, designed by the award- winning architects and interior designer Paul Bishop, the SLS Dubai is a unique cabinet of curiosities that never ceases to delight.
Job Description
Assist the Executive Chef in managing all kitchen operations and act in their absence
Supervise food preparation and cooking for restaurants, banquets, room service, and events
Ensure consistent food quality, presentation, and taste standards
Train, supervise, and motivate kitchen staff at all levels
Plan duty rosters, assign tasks, and monitor staff performance
Enforce hygiene, sanitation, and food safety standards (HACCP)
Control food costs through portion control, waste management, and inventory monitoring
Oversee purchasing, receiving, storage, and stock rotation (FIFO)
Assist in menu planning, recipe development, and food tastings
Ensure compliance with hotel policies, SOPs, and brand standards
Maintain kitchen cleanliness, safety, and proper equipment use
Coordinate with service, banquets, and other hotel departments
Handle guest feedback and resolve kitchen-related issues
Maintain kitchen records, reports, and temperature logs
Support staff recruitment, training, and performance evaluations
Qualifications
Minimum 2–4 years in a Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie role
Strong knowledge of international cuisine, menu planning, and modern cooking techniques
Proven experience in large-scale kitchen operations, banquets, and à la carte service
Solid understanding of food safety, hygiene standards, and HACCP
Strong leadership, team management, and staff training skills
Good knowledge of food cost control, inventory management, and budgeting
Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced hotel environment
Excellent organizational, time-management, and communication skills
Knowledge of health & safety regulations and kitchen equipment operation
Computer literacy for basic kitchen administration (inventory, reports, scheduling)
Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and holidays
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