Sous Chef – Lebanese Specialty

Role summary

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The Sous Chef – Lebanese Specialty supports the Chef de Cuisine in managing the Lebanese kitchen and delivering authentic, consistently high-quality dishes. Requirements typically include professional culinary training, several years of experience in Lebanese or Middle Eastern cuisine, strong knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards, and the ability to lead and develop kitchen colleagues. The successful candidate is expected to supervise daily preparation and service, maintain recipe and presentation standards, control food costs, monitor stock, coordinate with other departments, and work effectively in a busy luxury-hotel environment. Flexibility, creativity, organization, teamwork, and a genuine commitment to guest satisfaction are essential.

About the employer

Fairmont Bab Al Bahr is a luxury waterfront hotel in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, operated under Accor’s Fairmont brand. Located near the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and overlooking the Abu Dhabi Creek, the hotel combines contemporary accommodation with extensive dining, leisure and event facilities. Its restaurants offer international and regional cuisine, creating opportunities for chefs with specialist culinary backgrounds. As part of Accor, a global hospitality group, Fairmont promotes professional development, service excellence, responsible business practices and multicultural teamwork. Employees typically work in a structured hotel environment with access to brand standards, training and career opportunities across the wider Accor network. The property serves leisure travelers, business guests, groups and major events, so kitchen roles require consistency, efficiency and the ability to perform well during busy service periods.

Working in United Arab Emirates

The United Arab Emirates is not an island, but Abu Dhabi is a coastal destination with beaches, waterfront promenades and easy access to nearby islands. Hospitality offers many opportunities in hotels, restaurants, catering, tourism and events, particularly in Abu Dhabi and Dubai. The culture blends Emirati traditions with a large international community; modest dress and respect for Islamic customs are expected, especially during Ramadan. Lifestyle is modern and comfortable, with excellent shopping, dining, public transport and outdoor activities, although summers are extremely hot. Most overseas employees need an employer-sponsored work visa. Employers commonly arrange medical testing, Emirates ID processing and sometimes accommodation or transport. Before relocating, confirm the contract, salary, benefits, probation terms, accommodation and working hours. Living costs vary considerably, and shared housing may be practical for saving money. Arabic is the official language, while English is widely used in workplaces.