About Jumeirah

At Jumeirah we are committed to encouraging and developing our colleagues in a world-class environment. We value diversity and equal opportunity, employing over 14,000 colleagues from over 140 different countries including locations in Asia Pacific, CIS, Central Asia, Western and Eastern Europe, Africa and the Middle East.

Jumeirah Restaurant Group is a member of Dubai Holding, and acts as an independent, expert food and beverage company; a company of multiple and successful restaurant concepts developed and licensed globally.

Jumeirah Restaurant Group manages facilities across Jumeirah properties, as well as its proprietary brands such as The Noodle House and Urbano, in addition to those operating under license from Caprice Holdings, i.e. The Rivington Grill and The Ivy.

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented Sous Chef to join the Culinary team at MJ's Steakhouse. The Sous Chef will assist the Head Chef/Chef de Cuisine to set and maintain standards in the restaurant and ensure smooth operation of the outlet.

The Sous Chef's main duties will include:

• Assist Head Chef/Chef de Cuisine in the supervision of all colleagues engaged in the kitchen.
• Attend meetings with Head Chef/Chef de Cuisine and all other Senior Chefs regarding the updates for the day. Communicate the information to line staff to ensure the operation is aware of any changes.
• Establish culinary standards for the speciality of each kitchen which may include banqueting.
• Plan menus and compile recipes for new menus / food tastings to be approved by the Head Chef/Chef de Cuisine.
• Fully understand HACCP and COSHH and take appropriate action to ensure a safe and equitable working environment whilst being sensitive to, and aware of, business levels in order to maintain a disciplined but harmonious department.
• Ensure agreed quality of product is maintained and appropriate action is taken when standards are not met and CSI targets are not achieved by liaison with all key partners as necessary.
• Eecruit, monitor and train staff ensuring regular appraisals are carried out with achievable objectives.
• Analyze market food trends and make appropriate menu suggestions and development within agreed timescale
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About You

In order to be considered for this role, you will have an internationally recognised Culinary qualification and you should have a minimum of five years international experience in a similar role.

This is a very "hands on" and demanding position so it is paramount that you work well in a team but are also able to set standards and lead by example at all times. You must be comfortable working under pressure and be passionate about producing cuisine of the highest possible standards.

It is also essential that you have good command of the English language (spoken and written) and you should be proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Contacts: Jumeirah Group
PO Box 73137
Dubai, -
United Arab Emirates
Phone: +971 4 3647777
Fax: +971 4 301 6655