Sous Chef Rotana Hotels & Resorts UAE
- Full time
- Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates View on Map
- @Rotana Hotel & Resorts posted 2 days ago
- Posted : September 9, 2025 -Accepting applications
- Salary: د.إ4,000.0 - د.إ8,000.0 / Monthly
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Job Detail
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Job ID 50719
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Career Level Intermediate
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Experience 2 Years
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Gender Male Female
Job Description
Saadiyat Rotana Resort & Villas needs a full-time Sous Chef for Turtle Bay Bar & Grill in Abu Dhabi, UAE. This job’s on-site, paying AED 4,000 to 8,000 a month, depending on your kitchen experience and local hospitality rates. You’ll run the kitchen, whip up top-notch dishes, and guide the team to keep guests happy. It’s a busy spot, so you need a chef’s training course or apprenticeship and two to four years in solid restaurants or hotels. English needs to be sharp for talking to staff and guests. This gig’s for chefs who love food, stay cool under pressure, and work well with a crew in a fancy dining setup.
About Company
Saadiyat Rotana Resort & Villas sits on a stunning beach in Abu Dhabi, part of Rotana’s big name in Middle East hospitality. Turtle Bay Bar & Grill serves up fresh, laid-back meals with a view. The company’s all about great food, happy guests, and giving staff room to grow with training and a diverse team vibe. Rotana’s been at it for years, running luxury spots across the region.
Job Title
Sous Chef – Turtle Bay Bar & Grill
Responsibilities
- Run the kitchen daily, keeping things smooth and on track.
- Cook and plate dishes to match the restaurant’s menu standards.
- Check food quality to make sure every plate’s a winner.
- Keep food costs down by watching stock and cutting waste.
- Pitch ideas for new dishes or event menus.
- Train cooks on recipes and safety rules.
- Stick to Abu Dhabi’s hygiene laws and HACCP guidelines.
- Lead the team with a hands-on, fair approach.
- Make sure kitchen gear’s safe and working right.
- Team up with waitstaff for smooth service.
- Handle rush hours without losing your cool.
- Track inventory and training for manager reports.
- Keep the kitchen clean and safe all shift.
- Jump in to cook or fix plates during busy times.
- Help plan menus for special dinners or parties.
Requirements
Education
Got to have a chef’s training course or kitchen apprenticeship done.
Experience
2-4 years cooking in good restaurants or hotels.
Skills
- Strong cooking chops and eye for plating.
- Clear English to talk with team and guests.
- Leadership to steer the kitchen crew right.
- Organized to juggle busy service times.
- Can handle heat in high-pressure shifts.
- Works tight with others in the kitchen and front.
Knowledge
- Know-how on cooking and storing food right.
- Up to speed on HACCP and local health rules.
- Tricks to keep food costs low and stock tight.
- Ideas for building menus for events or specials.
- Basics of how hotel kitchens run.
- Gets how to work with a mixed-team crew.
Applicant Location
This job’s in Abu Dhabi, UAE, at Saadiyat Rotana Resort & Villas.
