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Junior Sous Chef - Italian fine dining

Palazzo Versace Dubai
Full-time
On-site
Dubai, 03

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Palazzo Versace Dubai is seeking a passionate Junior Sous Chef to support the culinary leadership in delivering authentic Italian fine dining. The right candidate has 2 to 3 years of Italian cuisine experience, preferably in fine dining or 5-star settings, solid technique, and the ability to thrive under pressure in a fast paced kitchen. Core duties include assisting the Sous and Head Chef, supervising service, ensuring precise execution and plating, upholding hygiene and food safety, managing mise en place and stock rotation, and mentoring junior team members. To apply, highlight relevant Italian training, measurable kitchen successes, and a mindset aligned with luxury standards and team collaboration in a concise, compelling CV and cover note.

Job Summary

We are seeking a passionate and driven Junior Sous Chef to support the culinary leadership team in delivering authentic, high-quality Italian fine dining cuisine. The role requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to excellence aligned with luxury dining standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist the Sous Chef and Head Chef in daily kitchen operations

  • Prepare and execute Italian dishes in line with established recipes and fine dining standards

  • Supervise kitchen team members during service, ensuring consistency and quality

  • Ensure proper food preparation, cooking techniques, and presentation standards

  • Maintain high standards of hygiene, food safety, and kitchen cleanliness

  • Support inventory control, stock rotation, and mise en place planning

  • Assist with training and mentoring junior kitchen team members

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

  • Culinary qualification or relevant professional training

  • Minimum 2–3 years of experience in Italian cuisine, preferably in fine dining or 5-star establishments

  • Strong knowledge of Italian cooking techniques, ingredients, and plating standards

  • Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced, high-volume environment