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 an Ice Cream 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 proven track record as an Ice Cream Chef, Pastry Chef, or Gelato Specialist in a Luxury Hotel environment or Artisan ice cream brand, delivering Sensational Experiences synonymous with FIVE's Award-Winning Service Quality.
- A Culinary or Pastry Degree or equivalent qualification from a Recognised Institution is preferred.
- Demonstrated proficiency and Strong Knowledge of ice cream production techniques, including Pasteurisation, Emulsification, and Stabiliser use.
- Understanding of Flavour Pairing, Ingredient Balancing, and Food Chemistry in Frozen Desserts.
- Extraordinary Creativity and Deep-Seated Passion for the culinary arts, brought to life through Ingenious Dishes and Outstanding Presentation.
- Robust experience with Ice-Cream Making equipment and ability to Troubleshoot technical issues.
- 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.
- A Meticulous Eye for Detail, ensuring every aspect of Food Quality and Presentation is perfectly curated.
- Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including weekends and holidays, based on the requirements of the Hotel.
- A hands-on attitude, fuelled by a ‘Can-Do!’ Spirit.
Key Responsibilities
- Crafts and executes a Curated selection of Luxurious, hand-crafted Ice Creams and Frozen Desserts, ensuring Sensational consistency in Taste, Texture, and Presentation.
- Innovates with Bold, Boundary-Breaking flavour combinations, Seasonal inspirations, and Premium ingredients to create Award-Winning frozen delights.
- Develops an Extensive range of Dairy and Non-Dairy alternatives, including exquisite Sorbets and artisan Vegan ice creams, catering to Diverse dietary preferences.
- Masterfully blends traditional Churning methods with Cutting-Edge techniques to achieve a Superior product that Reflects the ‘Vibe at FIVE.’
- Stays ahead of Industry Trends by exploring Visionary food innovations, Emerging ingredients, and Evolving flavour profiles to elevate FIVE’s Frozen Dessert offerings.
- Provides Pioneering insights and Strategic recommendations to Enhance the guest experience, ensuring every Frozen Creation embodies the ‘FIVE-Star’ standard.
- Oversees the Freezing, Ageing, and Storage processes to maintain the Highest-Quality standards while Preserving the Integrity of each flavour profile.
- Sources and selects only the Finest, bespoke ingredients, ensuring Every Scoop is infused with Premium quality and Depth of flavour.
- Maintains Meticulous Portion Control and manages Ingredient Inventory to Optimise cost efficiency while Minimising waste and Upholding Sustainability-Focused practices.
- Collaborates with the Pastry and Culinary Teams to seamlessly integrate Signature ‘FIVE-Styled’ ice cream Creations into Elevated restaurant menus, Exclusive events, and Curated catering experiences.
- Adheres to the Strictest Food Safety and Hygiene Regulations throughout the Entire ice cream production process, ensuring Compliance with HACCP and industry best practices.
- Maintains a Flawlessly Clean and Organised workspace, ensuring Every Step of production aligns with FIVE’s Gold-Standard operational excellence.
- Monitors and maintains State-Of-The-Art kitchen equipment, including ice cream makers, blast freezers, and pasteurisers, guaranteeing Peak Performance at all times.
- Trains and mentors the Next Generation of FIVE Tribe kitchen talent, Sharing expertise in Sensational ice cream production techniques and flavour development.
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 curates world-class Entertainment and Luxury Living while Championing Environmental Stewardship. Driven by its core millennial base, FIVE has aligned to lead the way in ‘Sustainable Indulgence’ trailblazing next-level, high-energy Experiences within an Environmentally and Socially Responsible Framework.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
The FIVE Tribe represents over 80 nationalities across its over 2000 ‘FIVERs.’ FIVE does not discriminate and is Committed to Hiring a Diverse and Inclusive Workforce as an Equal-Opportunity Employer. Ranked regularly in the Top 10 on the Great Workplaces in the UAE 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 in the Middle East and Europe are the epitome of
Glamour and Experiential Luxury, offering boundary-breaking Experiences at FIVE’s award-winning Hotels, Dining Concepts, and 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
