Sous Chef – Italian Cuisine (Italian National Preferred)

Fairmont Bab Al Bahr is a 5-star Abu Dhabi beach resort with a stunning setting on Abu Dhabi Creek. Our luxurious urban hideaway offers unparalleled panoramas over the glittering white-marble minarets of iconic Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. Alongside exquisite restaurants and bars, Fairmont Abu Dhabi boasts 366 spacious rooms, suites and a villa. Designed with discerning business and leisure guests in mind, our incomparable facilities include a private beach, pool, meeting rooms, and a magnificent ballroom for lavish celebrations.

We are seeking a talented and passionate Sous Chef with a strong background in authentic Italian cuisine to support our culinary operations. This role is ideal for an experienced culinary professional who embodies the spirit and tradition of Italian cooking. As an Italian national, the candidate will bring cultural authenticity, creativity, and a deep understanding of Italian culinary techniques to our kitchen.

• Assist the Chef de Cuisine in overseeing the day-to-day kitchen operations

• Prepare and present dishes in line with traditional and modern Italian standards

• Supervise and train kitchen staff to ensure high-quality food preparation

• Monitor kitchen hygiene, sanitation, and food safety procedures

• Contribute to the development of seasonal Italian menus

• Ensure consistent quality, taste, and presentation of all dishes

• Manage kitchen inventory, food cost control, and waste reduction

• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-functioning kitchen environment

• Strong knowledge of traditional and contemporary Italian cuisine

• Excellent leadership and communication skills

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

• Italian national preferred to support cultural authenticity in the culinary experience