Requirements
The ideal candidate will have experience in food preparation and kitchen operations, with a strong understanding of health codes, sanitation regulations, and food safety protocols. Proficiency in inventory management, cost control, and effective communication and leadership skills are also essential. The role requires the ability to cook menu items to specifications, maintain kitchen equipment, and support menu planning initiatives.
Description
Job description / Role
Job Type
Full Time
Job Location
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Nationality
Any Nationality
Salary
Not Specified
Gender
Not Specified
Arabic Fluency
Not Specified
Job Function
Catering, Food Services & Restaurants
Company Industry
Travel, Hotel & Tourism
Company description
Why work for Accor?
We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities.
By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality.
Do what you love, care for the world, dare to challenge the status quo!
#BELIMITLESS
Our commitment to diversity & inclusion
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.
What’s in it for you
Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide.
Learning programs through our academies.
Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
Ability to make a difference through our corporate social responsibility activities, like Planet 21.
Job description
We're looking for an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Junior Sous Chef to join our dynamic culinary team in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. In this role, you'll work alongside our Executive Chef and kitchen leadership to support food preparation, maintain exceptional quality standards, and help lead kitchen operations during service. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your culinary expertise, refine your leadership skills, and grow within a collaborative, innovative kitchen environment that values both precision and creativity.
Assist in planning and directing food preparation activities while supervising junior kitchen staff and supporting their professional development.
Properly measure, portion, and prepare all food items according to established specifications, quality standards, and departmental procedures.
Cook all menu items to proper specifications in a timely manner, ensuring consistency and excellence with every plate.
Operate and maintain kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, including knives, slicers, pots, pans, steamers, grills, and ovens.
Ensure proper food temperatures are maintained, food is stored correctly, and all items meet freshness and quality standards.
Support menu planning initiatives and contribute innovative ideas to enhance culinary offerings.
Assist with inventory management, supply ordering, and cost control while maintaining organizational efficiency.
Maintain a clean, organized, sanitized, and well-stocked workstation and kitchen equipment at all times.
Uphold and enforce all health codes, sanitation regulations, and food safety protocols to ensure a safe kitchen environment.
Perform opening, closing, and side work duties as instructed and according to established guidelines.
Communicate effectively with kitchen staff and management to coordinate service and resolve challenges quickly and decisively.
Support staff scheduling and provide constructive feedback when necessary, fostering a supportive and inclusive team culture.
Qualifications
Cooperate and comply with Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island in regards to OSH instructions and safe working procedures.
Take reasonable care for the health and safety of themselves, environment, and others at work.
Do not adversely interfere with anything provided for OSH.
Do not interfere adversely with anything in place to control OSH risks.
Cooperate with the organization with respect to actions and/or action taken to protect the employee and OSH requirements.
Follow OSHMS procedures as applicable.
Raise identified OSH issues with designated persons and take part in consultative OSH requirements.
Report all near miss, hazard, unsafe conditions, or acts.
Use appropriate PPE and safety systems.
Be familiar with emergency and evacuation procedures.
Attend OSH training as required by the training needs analysis.
Maintain all OSHMS records as required by Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island.
Accountability
Be held accountable and committed to doing whatever it takes to comply with the company’s OSHMS policies, OSHMS procedures, operational work instructions, and any other relevant legislation applicable within the organization.
Be held accountable to take care of your own health and safety, and the health and safety of others in the workplace who may be affected by your acts or omissions at work.
Additional information
Your team and working environment
Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island is a unique resort where exclusivity and luxury define every experience, every time. Our luxurious family getaway is located on the pristine beach of Saadiyat Island with its clear blue waters and fine white sands overlooking the Arabian Gulf.
Are you ready to put your heart at the center of everything that you do? If so, then join our team of Heartists at Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island. Every day, we look for opportunities to engage in a personal and meaningful way with our guests and each other. We deliver heartfelt hospitality in an environment that is engaging, enthusiastic, and professionally rewarding.
About the Company
A caring employer providing respect, training and career development for our employees. An attractive employer offering more than 100 professions across the 5 continents.
We are much more than a world leader. We are 250,000 hoteliers with the same shared passion for welcoming. We take care of millions of guests in our 4,300 addresses and on our digital platforms. As an operator and franchisor (HotelServices), owner and investor (HotelInvest), we invest all our energy into making "Feel Welcome" resonate as the finest hotel promise.
From luxury to economy and in every corner of the globe, AccorHotels' more than 20 brands meet all the needs of business and leisure travelers seeking comfort, attention and high-quality services.
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