Sushi Sous Chef

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 Sushi 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, withFIVE 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.

Find out more here: fivehotelsandresorts.com