At Avani, we’re all about finding that perfect balance — between cool and kind, design and function, service and privacy. We are hiring an Italian Sous Chef at Avani Ibn Battuta Dubai Hotel to organize all activities within the Restaurant Kitchen area, ensuring a safe, smooth-running, and profitable operation.
 About the Role
Core Function: Developing and maintaining Italian restaurant cuisine concepts and standards
Property: Avani Ibn Battuta Dubai Hotel
Brand Philosophy: Vibrant social spaces, stylish rooms, and honest, locally inspired food
Reporting Line: Works in conjunction with the Executive Chef on team supervision
Career Opportunity in UAE Hotel Culinary Leadership
Strategic Location: Dubai — home to Avani Ibn Battuta, part of a growing global portfolio
Global Brand Reach: Avani’s growing portfolio spans Europe, the Middle East, Asia, Africa, and Australia
Upbeat Service Culture: An environment that genuinely respects the art of hospitality
Career Growth: Leadership development through departmental training and hands-on team supervision
Position Overview
This Italian Sous Chef role involves developing and maintaining Italian cuisine concepts and standards for food preparation and presentation, recommending menu changes based on seasonal product availability, and achieving department budget goals through proper inventory and cost control. You will maintain food safety and sanitation practices, forecast business demands for efficient staffing, lead departmental training, and supervise Team Members in conjunction with the Executive Chef.
 Why This Role Matters: As Italian Sous Chef at Avani Ibn Battuta Dubai Hotel, you shape authentic Italian cuisine concepts within a globally growing hospitality brand, apply strong culinary leadership skills managing food cost, quality standards, and kitchen operations, lead by example through a hands-on approach that motivates Team Members to excel, gain valuable experience within Minor Hotels’ upbeat, guest-focused service culture, and grow your career within Avani’s expanding portfolio spanning Europe, the Middle East, Asia, Africa, and Australia.
Key Responsibilities
Culinary Concept Development & Operations
- Organize all activities within the Restaurant Kitchen area, ensuring a safe and profitable operation
- Develop and maintain Italian restaurant cuisine concepts and standards for food preparation and presentation
- Recommend menu changes according to seasonal product availability and local market familiarity
Budget, Food Safety & Forecasting
- Achieve department budget goals and minimize food cost through proper inventory and control systems
- Adhere to Minor Hotels food preparation and presentation guidelines for consistent quality
- Maintain food safety and protection, including proper storage, rotation, and sanitation practices
- Accurately forecast business demands weekly for efficient staffing and food production
Team Leadership & Facility Management
- Lead and participate in departmental training to improve skills and service levels
- Supervise Team Members including hiring and discipline in conjunction with the Executive Chef
- Maintain outlet safety and asset management of property and facilities
- Conduct monthly preventative maintenance inspections and promote positive inter-departmental relations
Qualifications & Requirements
Essential Skills
- Strong knowledge of Italian cuisine concepts, food preparation, and presentation standards
- Experience with food costing, inventory, requisition, and food pars/control systems
- Knowledge of food safety, sanitation practices, and food handling techniques
- Experience supervising kitchen teams, including hiring and discipline
- Strong leadership skills with a hands-on approach to motivating Team Members
About Avani & Minor Hotels
At Avani, it’s all about finding that perfect balance — between cool and kind, design and function, service and privacy. Avani hotels and resorts feature vibrant social spaces that vibe with the day, stylish rooms that simply work, and honest, locally inspired food, with an upbeat service culture that genuinely respects the art of hospitality. With a growing portfolio across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, Africa, and Australia, Avani is a brand on the move — perfect for those who take real pride in the little things and believe a warm welcome and genuine smile make all the difference.
Career Excellence: Shape authentic Italian cuisine within Avani’s globally growing hospitality portfolio in Dubai.
 Who Should Apply?
- Experienced Italian Cuisine Chefs: With strong knowledge of Italian culinary concepts and presentation
- Hotel Kitchen Leaders: Comfortable managing food cost, inventory, and control systems
- Team Supervisors: Experienced hiring, training, and disciplining kitchen staff
- Food Safety-Focused Professionals: Knowledgeable in sanitation and food handling standards
- Hands-On Culinary Leaders: Motivated to lead by example and drive team excellence
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