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Sous Chef, Seafire
Role summary
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The Sous Chef at Seafire, Atlantis The Palm, supports the Executive Chef and Chef de Cuisine in managing daily kitchen operations, food preparation, service quality and team performance. Candidates should have several years of experience in a high-volume, luxury hotel or premium restaurant, preferably in a steakhouse or contemporary dining environment. Strong knowledge of international cuisine, meat preparation, food safety, HACCP standards, cost control and kitchen leadership is expected. The successful candidate should be organised, hands-on, calm under pressure and able to train and motivate a multicultural team. Excellent communication skills, professional presentation and flexibility to work shifts, weekends and holidays are essential.
Can I work in the UAE?
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How it works
How it works: Employer-sponsored and employer-paid by law; no local-first test; Gulf nationals need no permit.
Official source: UAE Government portal: Protection of workers' rights. Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in the UAE
Usual for the UAE, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | Shared company housing, 2 to 4 per room; a single room or an allowance for managers |
|---|---|
| Meals | 2 to 3 meals a shift; staff bus |
| Flights | Joining flight; home ticket every 1 or 2 years |
| Service charge | 10% added to bills, but no law sets the staff share; about USD 80 to 400 a month |
| Contract | Usually 2 years; probation 6 months at most |
| Leave | 30 days; end-of-service gratuity of 21 days' pay a year (by law) |
| Income tax | 0% |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.
About Atlantis The Palm
Atlantis The Palm is a flagship luxury resort located on Dubai’s Palm Jumeirah and part of Kerzner International, a global hospitality company known for distinctive luxury resorts and entertainment destinations. The resort features extensive accommodation, restaurants, bars, marine and water attractions, a spa, retail outlets and large-scale leisure facilities. Its dining portfolio includes internationally recognised restaurants led by acclaimed chefs, creating a fast-paced environment with high culinary and service standards. Employees work in a diverse, multicultural setting and typically receive structured training, career-development opportunities and access to hospitality benefits. Seafire Steakhouse is one of Atlantis The Palm’s prominent dining venues, offering premium steaks, seafood and an energetic restaurant atmosphere. The company generally seeks people who demonstrate professionalism, creativity, teamwork, guest focus and a commitment to consistent luxury service.