At
Kimpton Sevn Dubai, we are seeking an Executive Sous
Chef to support and elevate culinary operations within one of Dubai's
most anticipated lifestyle hospitality destinations.
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This role is designed
for a highly driven, creative, and operationally disciplined culinary leader
who understands that exceptional dining experiences are built on strong
leadership, flawless execution, innovation, and team collaboration—ensuring
every restaurant, bar, event, and in-room dining experience consistently exceeds
guest expectations.
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style="font-size: 12pt;">One Hotel. A Bold Culinary Vision. One
Extraordinary Standard of Excellence.
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This is more than
a traditional Executive Sous Chef role.Kimpton Sevn Dubai is being created as
a vibrant lifestyle destination where authentic hospitality, bold personalities,
and exceptional food experiences come together. Every outlet will have its own
distinctive identity, yet all will share one commitment to culinary
excellence.
You will play a critical role in bringing the culinary vision
to life—supporting kitchen operations, developing talent, driving consistency,
and ensuring every guest experience reflects the creativity and energy of
the Kimpton brand.
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style="font-size: 12pt;">Why This Role
Matters
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style="font-size: 12pt;">Great kitchens are built on exceptional
leadership.
As Executive Sous Chef, you will oversee day-to-day culinary operations
while supporting the Cluster Director of Culinary in delivering operational
excellence, team development, menu execution, and guest
satisfaction.
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style="font-size: 12pt;">You will serve as a key leader for the culinary team,
ensuring standards are consistently maintained while fostering an environment
of creativity, accountability, and continuous improvement.
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This is a unique
opportunity to shape the culinary culture of a landmark pre-opening hotel while
building a high-performing team from the ground up.
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Be
the Operational Force Behind Culinary Excellence
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You will work closely
with the Cluster Director of Culinary while leading kitchen teams across
restaurants, bars, banquets, events, and in-room dining
operations.From daily service execution and colleague development to menu
implementation and operational readiness, you will help create culinary
experiences that become defining moments for guests.
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What We'll
Support You to Do• Drive Culinary Excellence: Deliver
exceptional food quality, consistency, and operational
standards
• Build High-Performing Culinary Teams: Recruit, mentor, and develop
talented culinary professionals
• Support Pre-Opening Success: Help
establish systems, standards, and a culture of excellence from day
one
The Gig
Reporting to the Cluster Director
of Culinary, the Executive Sous Chef will support all culinary operations
at Kimpton Sevn Dubai.
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style="font-size: 12pt;">• The Opportunity:
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Help shape the culinary
identity of one of Dubai's most exciting lifestyle hospitality
openings• The Strategy:
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and innovative guest experiences across all dining venues
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The Impact:Create memorable dining experiences while building a strong culinary
culture and high-performing kitchen operation
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You will be accountable
for kitchen leadership, culinary standards, operational efficiency, food
quality, colleague development, and guest satisfaction throughout
the hotel.
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At Kimpton, hospitality
is personal.
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style="font-size: 12pt;">This role is about passion, leadership, and creating
meaningful experiences—both for guests and for the culinary teams who bring
those experiences to life every day.
Your
Day-to-Day
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style="font-size: 12pt;">No two days are the same; your responsibilities
will span a range of operational, creative, and leadership activities, including
but not limited to:
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Standards
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style="font-size: 12pt;">• Support the execution of the hotel's culinary vision
and operational strategy
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style="font-size: 12pt;">• Ensure all food is prepared and presented to
the highest quality standards
• Maintain consistency across all outlets
and culinary experiences
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style="font-size: 12pt;">• Uphold Kimpton and IHG brand standards at all
times
Operational Excellence
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• Oversee daily kitchen
operations across restaurants, bars, banquets, events,
and IRD• Ensure efficient service execution during all meal
periods
• Monitor food quality, portion control, and production
standards
• Drive continuous improvement in kitchen processes and workflow
efficiency
Team Leadership & Development
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• Lead, coach,
and inspire culinary colleagues across all kitchen areas
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• Foster a culture
of accountability, creativity, and teamwork
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• Support recruitment,
onboarding, and training initiatives• Develop future culinary leaders through
mentorship and coaching
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Excellence
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style="font-size: 12pt;">• Support recruitment and development of
the pre-opening culinary brigade
• Assist with kitchen setup, operational
readiness, and equipment commissioning
• Implement SOPs, recipes, standards,
and training programs
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and opening readiness exercises
Menu Execution & Guest
Experience
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style="font-size: 12pt;">• Ensure menus are executed consistently and in line
with culinary expectations
• Collaborate on menu development,
promotions, and seasonal offerings
• Support VIP events, special functions,
and unique guest experiences
• Continuously seek opportunities
to elevate guest satisfaction
Financial & Operational
Control
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style="font-size: 12pt;">• Support management of food costs, labor costs,
and departmental expenses
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style="font-size: 12pt;">• Minimize waste while maximizing operational
efficiency
• Assist with inventory management, purchasing controls, and stock
monitoring
• Contribute to achieving departmental financial
goals
Cross-Functional Collaboration
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• Partner
with Restaurants & Bars, Banquets, Events, Purchasing, and Stewarding
teams• Support operational planning and business
initiatives
• Collaborate with hotel leadership on guest experience
enhancement
• Contribute to a culture of innovation and operational
excellence
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Like
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style="font-size: 12pt;">• Consistently exceptional food quality and culinary
execution
• Successful pre-opening and launch of Kimpton Sevn Dubai's culinary
operations
• Strong, engaged, and highly motivated culinary
teams
• Seamless kitchen operations supporting outstanding guest
experiences
• Effective cost management and operational
efficiency
• Positive guest feedback and strong culinary
reputation
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For
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style="font-size: 12pt;">• A passionate and experienced culinary leader ready
for a major pre-opening opportunity
• Experienced in luxury hotels, lifestyle
hospitality, or high-volume restaurant operations
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• Strong in kitchen
leadership, operations, and colleague development
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• Passionate about
creating memorable dining experiences• Energized by fast-paced environments
and opening new concepts
What We Need
From You
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style="font-size: 12pt;">Ideally, you bring some (or all) of the following
qualifications and experience:
Education
• Diploma or Degree in Culinary Arts,
Hospitality Management, or related field preferred
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Experience• 8–12 years of progressive culinary
leadership experience within luxury hotels or premium hospitality
environments
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style="font-size: 12pt;">• Previous Executive Sous Chef or Senior Sous Chef
experience preferred
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style="font-size: 12pt;">• Multi-outlet culinary leadership experience strongly
preferred
• Pre-opening experience highly desirable
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• Strong knowledge
of food safety, HACCP, quality assurance, and kitchen
operationsPersonal Attributes
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• Passionate about
culinary excellence and guest satisfaction
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• Strong leadership
and people development capabilities• Highly organized and operationally
disciplined
• Creative, innovative, and quality-focused
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• Calm under pressure
and solution-oriented
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success
• Driven to build a world-class culinary culture from the ground
up
What You Can Expect from Us
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At Kimpton Sevn Dubai,
part of IHG Hotels & Resorts, we believe our success begins with our
people.We invest in you through competitive compensation, global travel
privileges, and meaningful career growth opportunities within one of the world’s
most respected hospitality groups.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity
employer. We are committed to providing fair and inclusive employment
opportunities to all colleagues and applicants, regardless of race, colour,
ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression,
sexual orientation, age, disability, marital or family status, veteran status,
or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
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Through our myWellbeing
framework, we actively support the physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing
of our teams—because when our people are supported and thriving, they create
exceptional experiences for our guests and each other
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Kimpton Sevn
Dubai: A Culture of Connection, Craft & Care
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At Kimpton Sevn Dubai,
you are not simply joining a team—you are becoming part of a culture that
is personal, thoughtful, and distinctly human.
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We are a close-knit,
collaborative community where trust is earned, individuality is valued,
and excellence is shaped through genuine care for people
and experience.
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style="font-size: 12pt;">We believe diverse perspectives strengthen our culture
and inspire creativity.
We seek individuals who are naturally intuitive, detail-oriented, and passionate
about creating memorable moments that feel both effortless
and meaningful.
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style="font-size: 12pt;">At Kimpton, hospitality is bold yet refined, expressive
yet intentional. More than a place to stay, we create spaces where guests feel
connected, inspired, and truly welcomed—and where our teams feel empowered
to bring their personality, creativity, and craftsmanship to everything
they do.
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Distinctive?
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style="font-size: 12pt;">If you do not meet every requirement but believe
you bring the right energy, creativity, and passion for people, we would still
love to hear from you.
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style="font-size: 12pt;">Join Kimpton Sevn Dubai and be part of shaping a luxury
lifestyle experience where individuality is celebrated, ideas are valued,
and every detail contributes to something memorable.
