Sous Chef (Italian Cuisine), Cinque - FIVE Palm Jumeirah

An Exhilarating
Opportunity

Are You Ready for a Daring Challenge
with The World’s Hottest Luxury Hotel Group? Disruptive by Design, FIVE Hotels
and Resorts is Redefining ‘FIVE-Star’ Hospitality and Setting the Gold Standard
across the Industry.

Join the FIVE Tribe - and Get Ready to
Make Waves.

The Candidate

A Driven Self-Starter, you have Excellent
Communication, Leadership and Organisational Skills. As an Astute Creative and
Critical Thinker, you can Conceptualise and Implement Innovative Solutions in a
Fast-Paced Environment. Not even the Smallest Detail Escapes Your Keen Eye and
You Execute Tasks Proactively with Precision and Finesse. A ‘Can-Do!’ Attitude
Coupled with An Inherent Flair for Taking Ownership Makes You a Highly
Motivated Go-Getter.

Your Outgoing and Approachable Nature enables you to
Seamlessly Connect with other ‘FIVERs’ and key Stakeholders, ensuring that
Their and Your Journey at FIVE is nothing short of Sensational. Joining our Culinary
Team as Sous Chef will Empower you to deliver Exceptional Experiences across
our award-winning Lifestyle Destinations. Jump on Board and Unlock your
Potential in a Buzzing Environment that will take your Career to New Heights!

What We’re Looking For

• A Culinary Degree or equivalent qualification is preferred.
  
• A proven
  track record as a Sous Chef in a Luxury Hotel environment or Fine Dining
  Restaurant, delivering Sensational Experiences synonymous with FIVE's
  Award-Winning Service Quality.
  
• Outstanding Pre-Opening experience in setting up dynamic, seamless and
  fast-paced Kitchen Operations is advantageous.
  
• Next-Level Organisational and Leadership skills, effectively leading and
  inspiring the FIVE Tribe to New Heights.
  
• Impeccable Communication Skills, both verbal and written, with fluency in
  English (Additional languages such as Arabic, German, Italian, French, Spanish,
  Russian or Mandarin are a Plus).
  
• Previous experience in Forbes or Leading Quality Assurance (LQA)-Rated
  properties will be Advantageous, demonstrating a Strong Commitment to Luxury
  Service Standards.
  
• Extensive Knowledge of diverse International Cuisine, expert Culinary
  Techniques, and contemporary Food Trends.
  
• Comprehensive knowledge of HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control
  Points) principles and practices, and a thorough understanding of Health and
  Safety Regulations, Food Hygiene Standards, and Best Practices in Restaurant
  Operations.
  
• Exceptional Time Management and Multi-Tasking skills to oversee a busy
  kitchen and deliver a ‘FIVE-Star’ Experience for our guests.
  
• Robust Organisational Skills to efficiently and accurately Manage
  Inventory, Control Costs and Execute Food Orders in a timely manner.
  
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including weekends and holidays,
  based on the requirements of the Hotel.
  
  

Key
Responsibilities

• Collaborates closely with the Chef De Cuisine to Curate Innovative and
  Diverse Menus, infusing them with Seasonal and Locally Sourced, Hand-Crafted
  Ingredients to Deliver a ‘FIVE-Star’ Dining Experience.
  
• Oversees daily Kitchen Operations, from meticulous Food Preparation
  to the Artful Plating of each dish, ensuring that every creation embodies FIVE’s
  renowned Taste and Presentation.
  
• Takes charge of Leading, Training, and Mentoring the kitchen team, instilling
  a culture of Continuous Learning and Professional Growth. Provides Expert
  Guidance on Culinary Techniques, Time Management, and Kitchen Safety
  Practices.
  
• Injects creative flair into Menu Development, introducing new Dishes,
  Techniques, and Presentations that captivate and delight our guests,
  consistently staying at the forefront of Industry Trends and Culinary
  Innovations.
  
• Prioritises Guest Satisfaction, promptly addressing Special
  Requests, Dietary Needs, and any concerns related to Food Quality.
  
• Works in tandem with Front-of-House Staff to ensure a Seamless, Stunning
  Dining Experience for each guest.
  
• Collaborates closely with the Chef De Cuisine and Procurement Team
  to manage Inventory Levels, exercise Cost Control, and Minimise Waste,
  maintaining a premium selection of Ingredients, Supplies, and Equipment for
  the kitchen.
  
• Enforces rigorous compliance with Food Safety and Hygiene
  Regulations, upholding a Spotlessly Clean and Meticulously Organised
  kitchen environment, conducting Routine Inspections and implementing
  necessary Corrective Measures.
  
• Provides valuable support to the Chef De Cuisine in Administrative
  Tasks, including Scheduling Performance Evaluations and Reporting. Steps
  into their role when required to ensure Uninterrupted Delivery of
  exceptional Dining Experiences.
  
• Proactively identifies areas for enhancement within Kitchen
  Operations, Processes, and Staff Performance. Implements Visionary
  Strategies to elevate Efficiency, Quality, and Guest Satisfaction to a
  level that is truly Boundary-Breaking.
  
• Cultivates transparent and effective communication within the Culinary Team and with Other Departments.
  
• Coordinates with servers and relevant FIVE Tribe Members to consistently
  maintain Next-Level Quality and Presentation for every dish.
  

The Team

‘FIVERs’ are Cultured yet Chic,
Confident yet Self-Effacing, and Work Hard to Play even Harder. As a FIVE Tribe Member, you'll Personify the distinct ‘Vibe at FIVE’ and
apply it to create Insta-Perfect Experiences for our Guests that keeps them
Coming Back for More. If you Dream of being surrounded by
Like-Minded Individuals who share your Passion for Delivering Unforgettable
Moments that last a Lifetime – then Look No Further
and Unleash your Next-Level Potential.

Sustainable Indulgence at FIVE

FIVE is a leader in Sustainable Luxury
Living and Hospitality, with its UAE-based Destinations being the first and
only Hotels in the UAE to obtain the International Renewable Energy
Certificates (I-REC) for achieving 100% renewable electricity for 2022. The
company's Science-Meets-Styled ‘Sustainable Indulgence’ Ethos has led to a
completely LEED Platinum-certified operational hospitality portfolio. FIVE Palm
Jumeirah and FIVE Jumeirah Village are also 3 Star SPIRE Rated Smart Buildings.
FIVE Zurich, the only LEED Platinum hotel in Switzerland, achieved an
impressive 84 Points under LEED v4's BD+C and ID+C rating system, making it one
of just five hotels worldwide to receive Platinum Certification. FIVE
illustrates its Commitment to making ‘Sustainability without Compromise on
Luxury Living’ central to its Future Vision, with FIVE LUXE already on track to acquire LEED Platinum
(BD+C). These Achievements highlight FIVE’s Comprehensive and Committed Scope
of Sustainability Strategy permeating Operations, Governance and Community.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

The FIVE Tribe represents over 70
nationalities across its over 1500 ‘FIVERs.’ FIVE is Committed to Hiring a
Diverse and Inclusive Workforce as an Equal-Opportunity Employer. Accordingly,
FIVE does not discriminate based on disability, race, age, sex, gender, sexual
orientation, ethnicity, religion or belief, nationality, marital status, or any
other basis protected under national or local laws. Ranked 10th on the Great
Workplaces in the UAE 2023 list of Large Organisations, the FIVE Tribe is more
than a group of people working together – it is a Family bonded by common
Values and Goals, Celebrating People, Culture and Diversity.

About FIVE Hotels and
Resorts

FIVE Hotels and Resorts prides itself
on being Disruptively Different and Daringly Unique. Our Growing Portfolio of
Lavish Destinations are the epitome of Glamour and Experiential Luxury, and
currently consists of FIVE Palm Jumeirah, FIVE Jumeirah Village, FIVE Zurich
and FIVE LUXE. Joining our Exceptional FIVE Tribe means you are part of a team
who Breaks Boundaries and offers Unbeatable Next-Level Experiences at FIVE’s
award-winning Hotels, Dining Concepts, and 360-Degree Immersive Nightlife
Venues. As part of the Accomplished FIVE Tribe, you will be part of a group of
High Achievers who Fearlessly Challenge Conventions on a Global Stage.