Sous Chef - Rockfish - Jumeirah Al Naseem

About Jumeirah

Jumeirah, a global leader in luxury hospitality and a member of Dubai Holding, operates a portfolio of 31 exceptional properties across 13 countries in the Middle East, Europe, Asia, and Africa. In 1999, Jumeirah changed the face of luxury hospitality with the opening of the iconic Jumeirah Burj Al Arab and since then the brand has become known for its distinguished beachfront resorts, esteemed city hotels, and exclusive branded residences. Jumeirah is synonymous with Arabian luxury hospitality and the ability to craft distinctive, purposeful experiences for the world’s most discerning travellers.

About Madinat Jumeirah

Set along a two-kilometre stretch of private coastline, Madinat Jumeirah is a beachfront resort comprising four distinctive hotels. Each offers uninterrupted views of the Arabian Gulf and the iconic Jumeirah Burj Al Arab, with experiences ranging from the contemporary elegance of Jumeirah Al Naseem to the majestic Arabesque charm of Jumeirah Al Qasr. Guests can also enjoy the serene waterfront setting of Jumeirah Mina Al Salam and the secluded Arabian houses of Jumeirah Dar Al Masyaf. Together, they form a one-of-a-kind destination rooted in Arabian luxury hospitality. The resort features over 20 curated restaurants and lounges, the traditional Souk Madinat Jumeirah, dedicated kids’ clubs and some of the region’s most versatile event and conference spaces.

About the Job

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Sous Chef to join Rockfish in Jumeirah Al Naseem. The main duties and responsibilities of this role include:

• Prepare and cook high-quality food according to menu guidelines and recipes, following instructions from the Sous Chef or Chef De Cuisine.
• Adhere to proper food handling practices, maintain cleanliness, and ensure the kitchen meets hygiene and waste disposal standards.
• Supervise staff, communicate issues to senior chefs, and ensure smooth operations through effective leadership and quick problem resolution.
• Implement and monitor departmental policies and procedures to ensure work is carried out consistently, maintaining high food quality and service standards.
• Assist in staff training, ensuring team members follow best practices and contributing to skill development for kitchen staff.
• Support in developing creative, seasonal menus, optimize the use of resources, and maintain cost efficiency across food, labor, and energy usage.

• At least 5 years of experience; of which at least 2 years as a Sous Chef with a luxury international hotel
• College Degree in Culinary Arts or similar from an accredited Culinary School 
• Experience with a Mediterranean or Italian cuisines 
• Expert in menu development, pricing, production, and delivery skills
• Expert management of multi cuisine kitchens with show cooking

• Supportive and inclusive work environment
• Access to Learning & Development programmes and clear career pathways
• Opportunities for internal mobility within our global network
• Colleague discounts on food, beverage, and hotel stays worldwide
• Comprehensive healthcare and life insurance coverage
• Paid annual leave entitlement
• Performance-based incentives tailored to your role
• Competitive tax-free salary paid in UAE Dirhams (AED)