Sandy Hayek

Sandy Hayek joined Time Out Market Dubai as General Manager in early 2021, playing a critical role in its successful launch and continued business growth. In February 2022, Sandy was promoted to Co-CEO of Time Out Market, with a focus on optimising operations, growing auxiliary revenue and overseeing vendor relations.

Sandy’s career spans over 18 years in hospitality across Scandinavia and the UAE, including nine years in Dubai. Sandy holds an associate degree in agriculture and a bachelor’s degree in international hospitality management and is also a certified wine sommelier.

Prior to joining Time Out Market, Sandy served as the F&B Operations Manager for Nakheel Group, launching Depachika Food Hall on Palm Jumeirah and the Food District at The Pointe. Previously, she held senior management positions within award-winning dining and retail concepts including La Serre Bistro & Boulangerie in Downtown Dubai and Galeries Lafayette, amongst others.