Executive Sous Chef

Job description / Role

Dubai Holding Entertainment (former Arab Media Group)

Job Summary
Roxy Cinema is part of Dubai Holding Entertainment and have an exciting career opportunity. We are looking to hire an Executive Sous Chef – The role reports to Manager – Operations. The Executive Sous Chef is responsible for the overseeing of all Culinary Operations. Develop menu, standardize recipes and maintain an inventory of ingredients, while striving to achieve cost-efficiency for the Leisure and Entertainment group. Also to oversee that the Culinary Team maintains a high food quality and sanitation standards.

Key Accountabilities (Includes, but not limited to the following)
• Oversee Cinema F&B Culinary and Service Operations through providing leadership to direct reports ensuring that service steps & standards are constantly maintained to deliver an exceptional guest experience.
• To represent & promote Roxy Cinemas in a positive manner in order to maintain a professional brand image.
• Liaise with management Team to further develop F&B operations and provide guidance with any food safety issues.
• Conduct regular inspections in the Kitchen to monitor maintenance and hygiene standards.
• Manage and oversee the day-to-day operations of all aspects related to F&B of Roxy Cinemas
• Lead the Culinary Team
• Menu development and engineering across the L&E portfolio (includes, Groups and Events / Birthdays / Operational Menus etc.)
• Determine Culinary standards on recipes and presentation guidelines and ensuring consistency across all assets
• Develop and implement guidelines and control procedures for purchasing and receiving areas
• Manage Culinary controllable expenses including food costs/supplies etc
• Prepare and cook foods of all types, either on a regular basis or for special Guests or functions
• Follow, implement and train on HACCP procedures
• Approves staff scheduling and in training of all positions and external contractors
• Completes any other tasks as required by Management.
• Review Cinema Rosters ensuring fair and balanced shift schedule appropriate the business needs.
• To listen actively to our guest feedback, requests and concerns to take action in an ethical, effective and timely manner to exceed expectations.
• Analyse results on monthly basis to identify any trends and provide action plan for improvements where required.
• To provide guidance and support of all events and in the preparations of the facility space for special functions, themed evenings, and private screenings.
• Lead Cinema H&S committee to ensure issues are identified, investigated and managed in an appropriately
• Provide support and guidance to the wider Attractions business

Requirements

Minimum qualifications
• Formal Qualification at tertiary level to degree standard in Hotel / Restaurant Management or minimum of 2-year degree from an accredited university in Culinary Arts or related discipline.
• PIC 3 Certified (Mandatory)
• HACCP Certified (Preferred)

Minimum experience
• 5-8 years of relevant experience in Cinema Industry

Skillset
• Knowledge of all F&B Standard operating procedures, quality presentation and products
• Proficient in multi-property operations and cuisines
• Knowledge of food trends and special seasonal foods
• Knowledge of new techniques and machinery
• Ability to assess quality control and adherence to service standards

About the Company

Arab Media Group (AMG), a member of Dubai Holding, is one of the region’s leading providers of media and family-oriented entertainment, delivering engaging content and creating exceptional experiences. Established in 2005, AMG has been serving a diverse regional audience through its multiple media and entertainment platforms that span across radio broadcasting, event management, and family entertainment. It currently comprises of Arabian Radio Network (ARN), Done Events and Global Village.