Junior Sous Chef Garde Manger - FIVE Palm Jumeirah

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Job Description 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 a Junior Sous 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

• Extraordinary Creativity and Deep-Seated Passion for the Culinary Arts, brought to life through Ingenious Dishes and Outstanding Presentation.
• Next-Level Organisational and Leadership skills, effectively leading and inspiring the FIVE Tribe to New Heights.
• Extensive Knowledge of diverse International Cuisine, expert Culinary Techniques, and contemporary Food Trends.
• A Meticulous Eye for Detail, ensuring every aspect of Food Quality and Presentation is perfectly curated.
• Comprehensive understanding of Health and Safety Regulations, Food Hygiene Standards, and Best Practices in Restaurant Operations.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including weekends and holidays, based on the requirements of FIVE.
• Remarkable Time Management and Multi-Tasking skills to deliver a FIVE-Star Experience for our Guests, even under pressure.
• A hands-on attitude, fuelled by a Can-Do! Spirit.
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Assists the Chef de Cuisine and Executive Chef in supervising all Kitchen FIVERs, ensuring the Team consistently delivers Exquisite Culinary Creations in line with FIVE s Standards.
• Holds regular Meetings with the Kitchen Team to share Insights from Chef meetings, discuss any operational issues, and ensures a FIVE-Star Standard of Communication across the entire Department.
• Attends daily Meetings with the Executive Chef, Executive Sous Chef, and Senior Chefs to discuss Updates and plan Bespoke Culinary Experiences.
• Monitors Food Spoilage, ensures Regular turnover of stock, and Promptly informs the Executive Chef or Executive Sous Chef of any Concerns to maintain Ingredient Quality.
• Oversees daily Food Preparation, individual costs, quality checks, inventory levels, and portion control to maintain Remarkable Consistency and High Standards.
• Personally manages the Hot Plate during service periods, assisting where necessary to Guarantee that both the Presentation and Quality of dishes meet FIVE s Award-Winning Culinary Benchmarks.
• Inspects Food Storage and Refrigerated Areas meticulously Four Times Daily, recommending Proper storage methods and ensuring Compliance with First-in-Class Health and Safety Regulations.
• Conducts comprehensive Training Sessions and Briefings on the correct use of kitchen equipment and machinery, ensuring that all FIVERs perform tasks in accordance with established Protocols.
• Establishes and upholds Luxury Culinary Standards, ensuring FIVE s reputation for FIVE-Styled Cuisine remains Sensational.
• Plans menus and compiles Curated recipes for Tasting Sessions, securing approval from the Executive Chef or Executive Sous Chef to offer Guests a Lavish Dining Experience.
• Liaises with the Purchasing Department to ensure that only Exquisite Ingredients are sourced, continually seeking out New and Superior quality produce.
• Develops Internal Processes to Guarantee Consistency in food preparation, and provides the Kitchen Team with tools to maintain Next-Level standards across all operations.
• Stays informed about Market Trends in Food and Beverage, using this knowledge to enhance Guest experiences and introduce Bold new culinary techniques.
• Monitors the competitive landscape, keeping abreast of Disruptive industry trends, techniques, and innovations to continuously Elevate FIVE s Culinary Offerings.
• Maintains Accurate Records, documentation, and checklists for control purposes, ensuring Operational Standards are Meticulously followed.
• Ensures all points listed in the Daily Logbook are executed, including mise en place and specific instructions, to guarantee Seamless kitchen operations.
• Adheres to Dubai Municipality and HACCP regulations, keeping documentation Updated and the Kitchen Audit-Ready at all times.
• Maintains a Supportive Kitchen Environment by being attuned to the FIVE Tribe s Vibe, fostering professional Growth and ensuring the Well-Being of all FIVERs.
• Upholds high standards of Personal Hygiene among Kitchen FIVERs, adhering strictly to all Health and Safety requirements.
  
  

The Team

FIVERs are Cultured yet Chic, Confident yet Self-Effacing, and Work Hard to Play even Harder. As a FIVE Tribe Member, youll 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.