Job Description
Sous Chef
Are you a passionate culinary leader ready to take the next step in kitchen management? We are looking for a Sous Chef who will support the Executive Chef in leading daily kitchen operations, maintaining quality standards, and developing a high-per...
Job Requirement
Sous Chef
Are you a passionate culinary leader ready to take the next step in kitchen management? We are looking for a Sous Chef who will support the Executive Chef in leading daily kitchen operations, maintaining quality standards, and developing a high-performing culinary team.
A little taste of your day-to-day:
Every day is different, but you’ll mostly be:
- Assisting the Executive Chef in managing daily kitchen operations across assigned outlets.
- Supervising and leading kitchen brigades to ensure smooth and efficient service.
- Ensuring consistent food quality, taste, and presentation in line with hotel standards.
- Coaching, mentoring, and training Chef de Parties, Demi Chefs, and Commis Chefs.
- Overseeing mise en place, service execution, and kitchen discipline.
- Ensuring strict compliance with food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards.
- Supporting menu planning, recipe development, and food costing.
- Monitoring food costs, portion control, and minimizing wastage.
- Coordinating with Stewarding, Purchasing, and F&B teams.
- Supporting audits, inspections, and kitchen reporting.
What we need from you:
- Proven experience as a Sous Chef or Junior Sous Chef, preferably in a 4- or 5-star hotel or high-volume kitchen.
- Strong leadership skills with hands-on culinary expertise.
- Solid understanding of kitchen operations, food safety, and HACCP regulations.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple outlets or services.
- Excellent communication skills in English; Arabic language will be an advantage.
- Strong organizational and planning abilities.
- Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays.
- Culinary qualifications or professional certifications will be an advantage.
At IHG®, we believe strong kitchens are built on teamwork, passion, and leadership. Join our Culinary leadership team and grow your career by delivering exceptional dining experiences through True Hospitality.