Senior Sous Chef - Cantonese Restaurant

General Information

Country/Region United Arab Emirates Province/City Abu Dhabi Hiring Entity Rosewood Abu Dhabi Department Food & Beverage - Culinary Job Type Full-time Permanent

Job Description

OUR PURPOSE AND CULTURE

We are driven to create a future where people and place enrich one another. We are wholly committed to rooting ourselves more deeply in every place we are in while setting new benchmarks for positive impact.

As a pioneering collective with a common purpose, we curate extraordinary moments and honor the soul of every place along our journey. At Rosewood Hotel Group, we answer The Calling. Together, we Make the Place.

THE TEAM

You will be part of the award-winning culinary team at Dai Pai Dong, our signature Chinese restaurant at Rosewood Abu Dhabi, known for its vibrant interpretation of authentic Cantonese and Szechuan cuisine. You will work closely with the Chef de Cuisine and Executive Chinese Chef, collaborating with a passionate brigade dedicated to delivering exceptional dining experiences rooted in tradition and innovation.

YOUR ROLE

As Assistant Chef de Cuisine, you will play a key role in shaping the day-to-day success of Dai Pai Dong. You will lead kitchen operations during your shift, ensuring every dish reflects authenticity, consistency, and creativity. Supporting the Chef de Cuisine, you will contribute to menu development, team leadership, and overall kitchen performance—helping maintain the restaurant’s position as one of Abu Dhabi’s leading Chinese dining destinations.

HOW YOU’LL MAKE THE PLACE

• Lead kitchen operations during your shift, ensuring consistency in food quality, presentation, and taste
• Supervise and support kitchen associates, providing hands-on guidance and training
• Oversee key sections including dim sum and Chinese BBQ, maintaining high standards of authenticity
• Support menu development, recipe standardization, and food cost management
• Manage daily ordering, stock levels, and contribute to inventory and waste control
• Uphold HACCP, hygiene, and safety standards across all kitchen operations

COULD THIS BE YOU?

• You bring 5–10 years of experience in a luxury hotel or Michelin-level Chinese kitchen, ideally in Mainland China or Hong Kong
• You have strong expertise in Cantonese and Szechuan cuisine, including dim sum and BBQ preparation
• You’re confident leading a team, coaching others, and driving performance in a fast-paced environment
• You have a solid understanding of HACCP, kitchen operations, and cost control
• You’re skilled in wok cooking techniques, traditional sauce preparation, and authentic cooking methods
• You are organized, detail-oriented, and communicate clearly in English

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU

At Rosewood Hotel Group, your voice is heard – and valued. We’re a community that encourages associates to be themselves, not fit into a fixed culture, and this philosophy shines through in our commitments to reflect and honor the history, culture and geography of our destinations. We’re not only committed to building and nurturing genuine, long-lasting relationships but to transforming them – and our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) strategy helps put these principles into practice.

About Us

Located on Al Maryah Island at the core of Abu Dhabi’s new Central Business District (CBD), Rosewood Abu Dhabi is a five-star luxury hotel inspired by the glistening Arabian Gulf, reflecting the history, architecture, and culture of Abu Dhabi. You will discover spacious guest rooms, fine dining, and world-class amenities married to stunning views.