At Andaz Dubai The Palm, we believe in creating vibrant, authentic experiences through exceptional food and genuine hospitality. We are looking for a passionate Chef de Cuisine — or an experienced Sous Chef ready to take the next step in their career — to lead our Mediterranean culinary offering, overseeing day-to-day kitchen operations and inspiring the team.
About the Role
Property: Andaz Dubai The Palm
Cuisine Focus: Mediterranean, with regional specialties from Italy, Spain, France, and Greece
Reporting Line: Works closely with the Executive Chef
Career Path: Open to Sous Chefs ready to step up into Chef de Cuisine leadership
Career Opportunity in UAE Luxury Hotel Culinary Leadership
Strategic Location: Dubai — a global destination for luxury hospitality and fine dining
Brand Spirit: Vibrant, authentic experiences reflecting the spirit of the Andaz brand
Innovation Focus: Delivering innovative, high-quality dining experiences alongside the Executive Chef
Career Growth: A genuine step-up opportunity for experienced Sous Chefs
Position Overview
As Chef de Cuisine at Andaz Dubai The Palm, you will oversee day-to-day kitchen operations, inspire and develop your team, and work closely with the Executive Chef to deliver innovative, high-quality dining experiences that reflect the spirit of the Andaz brand. This role leads the Mediterranean culinary offering, drawing on regional specialties from across Italy, Spain, France, and Greece.
Why This Role Matters:Â As Chef de Cuisine at Andaz Dubai The Palm, you take ownership of a Mediterranean culinary program within a distinctive luxury hotel brand, work directly alongside the Executive Chef to shape innovative, high-quality dining experiences, lead, inspire, and develop a high-performing kitchen team, apply strong food safety and cost management expertise across daily operations, and access a genuine career progression path for Sous Chefs ready to step into their first Chef de Cuisine role.
Key Responsibilities
Kitchen Operations & Culinary Direction
- Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations for the Mediterranean culinary offering
- Work closely with the Executive Chef to deliver innovative, high-quality dining experiences
- Reflect the spirit of the Andaz brand through vibrant, authentic food experiences
Team Leadership & Development
- Inspire and develop your kitchen team
- Foster a passion for creating memorable guest experiences among team members
🎓 Qualifications & Requirements
Experience Requirements
- Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Chef de Cuisine or Sous Chef in a premium Mediterranean restaurant
Essential Skills
- Strong expertise in Mediterranean cuisine, including regional specialties from Italy, Spain, France, Greece, and surrounding regions
- Proven leadership, organizational, and communication skills
- Sound knowledge of HACCP, food safety, and kitchen cost management
- A passion for creating memorable guest experiences and developing high-performing teams
 About Andaz Dubai The Palm
At Andaz Dubai The Palm, we believe in creating vibrant, authentic experiences through exceptional food and genuine hospitality. As Chef de Cuisine, you will play a central role in bringing this vision to life, leading a Mediterranean culinary offering that reflects the spirit of the Andaz brand while working closely with the Executive Chef to continually innovate the dining experience.
Career Excellence: Lead a Mediterranean culinary program at a distinctive luxury hotel on Palm Jumeirah, Dubai.
Who Should Apply?
- Experienced Chef de Cuisines:Â With 3+ years in a premium Mediterranean restaurant
- Ambitious Sous Chefs:Â Ready to take the next step into Chef de Cuisine leadership
- Mediterranean Cuisine Specialists:Â Skilled across Italian, Spanish, French, and Greek regional cooking
- HACCP-Certified Culinary Leaders:Â With strong food safety and cost management knowledge
- Team Developers:Â Passionate about mentoring and inspiring high-performing kitchen teams
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