مساعد رئيس طهاة السوشي – المطبخ الياباني

About Wynn Al Marjan Island:

Wynn Al Marjan Island will be the first integrated resort in the UAE. Set to open in 2027, the resort will be located 50 miles from Dubai International Airport in the emirate of Ras Al Khaimah. The resort will offer 1,530 rooms and suites, 22 restaurants, lounges, and bars, a theater, and a beach club. It will feature multiple swimming and wading pools, water features, a five-star spa, a salon, a shopping promenade, and a celebrations and events center.

About the Position:

Wynn Al Marjan Island is currently seeking a Sushi Sous Chef – Japanese to join the Culinary team.

The primary duties and responsibilities of this role are:

• Assist the Executive Chef and Executive Sushi Chef in managing the daily operations of the sushi kitchen.

• Oversee the preparation and presentation of sushi, sashimi, nigiri, maki, omakase, and other Japanese dishes, ensuring quality and consistency.

• Ensure all ingredients, particularly seafood, meet the highest standards of freshness, quality, and food safety.

• Supervise, train, and develop kitchen team members to maintain operational excellence and service standards.

• Manage staffing, scheduling, and kitchen productivity in line with business requirements.

• Control food costs through effective purchasing, inventory management, waste reduction, and portion control.

• Maintain HACCP compliance, hygiene standards, and the cleanliness of kitchen facilities, equipment, and storage areas.

• Support menu development, resolve operational and guest-related issues, and assume responsibility for the kitchen in the absence of the Executive Sushi Chef.

About You:

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:

• Minimum 5 to 8 years of culinary experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or Sous Chef role within a fine dining Japanese restaurant, luxury hotel, or internationally recognized hospitality brand.

• Advanced knowledge of Japanese cuisine, sushi craftsmanship, seafood sourcing, fish butchery, and traditional culinary techniques.

• Demonstrated expertise in premium seafood handling, quality assessment, and the preparation of sushi, sashimi, nigiri, maki, specialty rolls, and omakase-style experiences.

• Strong knowledge of seasonal Japanese ingredients, authentic preparation methods, and contemporary fine dining presentation standards.

• Experience within Michelin-starred, Forbes-rated, luxury hospitality, or other high-end dining environments is highly preferred.

• Proven leadership experience managing, coaching, developing, and motivating multicultural culinary teams.

• Strong understanding of HACCP principles, food safety regulations, sanitation standards, and quality assurance procedures.

• Demonstrated experience in menu development, recipe standardization, inventory management, food cost control, labor management, and waste reduction initiatives.

• Strong guest engagement skills with a thorough understanding of luxury dining expectations and personalized service standards.

• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, decision-making, and time-management abilities.

• Ability to perform effectively and maintain composure in a high-volume, fast-paced fine dining environment.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a collaborative and hands-on leadership approach.

• Culinary diploma, degree, or equivalent professional culinary training preferred.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.

About Wynn Al Marjan Island’s Benefits:

We offer an attractive salary, paid in Dirhams (AED), the local currency of the UAE. In addition, we offer an excellent leave policy, a healthcare package and as well as incentive programs, and other employee benefits. The result is a package that makes this role highly attractive to outstanding applicants seeking a career with Wynn Resorts, among the most renowned and celebrated brands in the global hospitality industry.