The Head Sushi Chef leads the sushi operation at The St. Regis Abu Dhabi, overseeing menu preparation, food quality, presentation, hygiene, and kitchen performance. Candidates should have substantial experience in Japanese cuisine, particularly sushi and sashimi, with strong knife skills and knowledge of food safety standards. The role requires leadership experience, menu development ability, cost control awareness, and confidence training and supervising culinary colleagues. The successful candidate is expected to maintain luxury hospitality standards, deliver consistent quality, manage stock and kitchen procedures, collaborate with other departments, and create an exceptional dining experience. Experience in an upscale hotel, resort, or premium restaurant is highly desirable.
Marriott International is one of the world's largest hospitality companies, operating an extensive portfolio of hotels and resorts across more than 140 countries and territories. Its brands range from select-service properties to luxury names such as The Ritz-Carlton, St. Regis, W Hotels, and JW Marriott. The St. Regis Abu Dhabi is a luxury beachfront hotel located on the Corniche, known for refined service, elegant accommodation, premium restaurants, and personalized guest experiences. Marriott places strong emphasis on service excellence, professional development, inclusion, and international career mobility. Employees typically work in structured hotel operations with high standards for guest care, food safety, presentation, teamwork, and brand consistency. Benefits and employment conditions vary according to the position, local regulations, and the specific hotel agreement.
The United Arab Emirates is not an island, but Abu Dhabi is an island city connected to the mainland by bridges and surrounded by coastal waterways. It offers strong opportunities in luxury hotels, restaurants, tourism, aviation, retail, and events. The culture combines Emirati traditions and Islamic values with a highly international population; respectful clothing and conduct are expected, especially during Ramadan. Abu Dhabi provides a modern, safe lifestyle with beaches, malls, cultural attractions, desert excursions, and excellent transport, although summer heat is intense. Most overseas hospitality employees need employer-sponsored residence and work visas. Employers commonly arrange medical testing, Emirates ID processing, health insurance, and sometimes accommodation, meals, transport, and flights. Candidates should confirm contract terms, probation rules, working hours, leave, gratuity, and housing before relocating. Living costs can be high, particularly for private accommodation, but salaries are generally tax-free for individuals.
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