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Born in the heart of Dubai, The First Collection embodies a blend of authentic, value-driven experiences, emphasising comfort and ease in each bespoke accommodation. Our hotels, each teeming with its own character, transcend conventional stays, offering immersive experiences designed for genuine connections. Adorned with contemporary elegance, our spaces beckon guests into a haven of warmth and style, all set against the vibrant backdrop of Dubai’s illustrious neighbourhoods. 

Each of our hotels serves as an urban retreat where the excitement of the city is complemented by serene moments at Soluna Restaurants and Beach Club on The Palm Jumeirah. Our guests are given access to a world of exclusivity, comfort, diverse dining, and private access to our beach club’s Mediterranean-inspired charm, seamlessly blending the essence of an unparalleled urban resort experience. As part of The First Group, the region’s pinnacle in award-winning lifestyle hotels and investment solutions, The First Collection stands as more than a hotel brand – it is a commitment, a passion, and a journey into Dubai’s finest.

Join the dedicated team at The First Collection Business Bay, where hospitality meets opportunity in the heart of Dubai's lively Business Bay district. An inviting haven that blends sophistication with down-to-earth charm, The First Collection Business Bay delivers bespoke experiences, placing comfort and ease at the forefront of each guest experience. 

Featuring 437 stylish guestrooms and suites, The First Collection Business Bay offers the perfect base for business and leisure travellers to explore the City of Dreams. With distinctive dining choices and recreational amenities, such as a fully equipped gym, an inviting spa, and a rooftop pool, our immersive offerings aim to transcend traditional stays. Additionally, guests have exclusive access to Soluna Restaurants and Beach Club on The Palm Jumeirah, making The First Collection Business Bay a dynamic and contemporary part of The First Group's expanding portfolio of upscale lifestyle hotels.

As part of our team, you'll be immersed in an environment where sustainability is key, and every day brings new opportunities for growth and development. 

• Review the daily production sheets with Demi or Chefs de Partie or Sous Chef when the first is not present
• Prepare, and when required, delegate the production of the necessary food items in accordance with standards in a timely and efficient fashion to ensure that there is no interruption to guests service.
• Actively participate in training of culinary skills to junior talents.
• Adhere to standardized recipes and specifications in order to maintain consistency and ensure all standards are met.
• Keep work station clean and organized including, but not limited to, fridges, freezers, counter tops and stove tops
• Ensure that station opening and closing procedures are carried out according to the standards.
• Keep over-production and food waste to a minimum, ensure proper rotation, labelling and storing of food in order to reduce food cost expenses.
• Ensure FIFO is practiced.
• Operate all kitchen equipment and conduct them with safety in mind at all times
• Ensure that all the food products are handled, stored, prepared and labelled properly and served safely in accordance with hotel and government food safety guidelines.
• Report any and all deficiencies in kitchen equipment functionality and quality of food products to Chefs de Partie or Sous Chef in a timely fashion.
• Compliance with all safety regulations of assigned tasks
• Ensure a clean and safe working environment with active participation in the hotel health and safety program.
• Adhere to all environment policies and programs as required.
• Make sure to log all information in the kitchen log book.
• Briefing with talents on new happenings and follow up.
• Cleaning schedule to follow.
• Always do the line check.
• Ensure full liaison with other members of the section and the kitchen team.
• Strong communication with Chefs de Partie of the section.
• Key relationship with all chefs and colleagues.
• Daily data collection and reporting of issues as they arise.
• Vegetables, dried goods and other food related items to be stored properly.
• Understand and apply the principles of HACCP program.

• 2+ years experience in western Kitchen
• Demonstrate initiative at all times
• Strong desire to improve on skills and knowledge
• Ability to produce own work in accordance with a deadline.
• Ability to produce own work in accordance with deadline.
• Should understand how to read recipes and a good knowledge of cooking.
• A true “team-player” mentality and flexible attitude towards a diverse set of tasks.
• Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities.
• Good practical, operational and adequate administrative skills.