Job description

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 Chef de Cuisine to join our team in our upcoming Pool and Beach at Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab. The main duties and responsibilities of this role:
• Assist the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef in the supervision of all employees engage in each particular kitchen.
• Attends daily meetings with the Executive Chef, Executive Sous Chef and all the other Senior Chefs regarding the updates for the day and review the list of things to do for maximum 2 days thereafter.
• Plan menus and compile recipes for food tasting to be approved by Executive Chef and/or the Executive Sous Chef.
• Identify market needs and trends in terms of food for both hotel guests and the local Market.
• Establish culinary standards for the specialty of each kitchen.
• Holds meeting with the colleagues in each particular kitchen to discuss what has been carried out in the Chef’s meetings and discuss relevant issues of the colleagues.
• Check on a daily basis food preparation, individual costs, quality, quantity inventories and portion control.
• During service periods, to personally run the hot plate and assist when needed and to ensure that the presentation as well as quality of the food is in accordance with the established standards.
• Report any problems regarding failure of machinery and small equipment to the Executive Chef/Executive Sous Chef and to follow up and ensure the necessary work has been carried out in the correct manner by all Kitchen colleagues.
• Ensure that the daily log book is utilized, and complaints are immediately reported to the Executive Chef/Executive Sous Chef.

About You:

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:
• Progressive experience in a professional kitchen, preferably in the same role, with a focus in high-end restaurants or luxury hospitality brands.
• Skilled in a diverse array of culinary techniques and cooking methods, with a preferred international experience in high-end beach clubs.
• Formal culinary training or relevant education from a recognized culinary institute.

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.