Executive Sous Chef
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About the Role
Accor seeks an Executive Sous Chef for La Cigale Hotel in Doha, Qatar. The role involves assisting the Executive Chef in overseeing kitchen operations, ensuring food quality, leading culinary teams, and contributing to menu development.
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Responsibilities
- Assist the Executive Chef in overseeing day to day kitchen operations across all outlets
- Ensure the highest standards of food quality, presentation, taste, and consistency
- Lead, coach, train, and motivate culinary teams to deliver exceptional dining experiences
- Contribute to menu planning and development in line with international culinary trends and brand guidelines
- Maintain strict compliance with food safety, hygiene, and operational standards (HACCP and local regulations)
- Monitor and control food costs, inventory levels, labor expenses, and waste
- Manage supplier relationships and ensure quality and cost effective procurement
- Support the planning and execution of banquets, events, and special culinary projects
- Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth kitchen operations and guest satisfaction
- Step in for the Executive Chef as required to ensure operational continuity
Requirements
- Proven experience in 5 star luxury hotels or fine dining establishments
- International work exposure with strong knowledge of multiple global cuisines
- Demonstrated leadership, organizational, and effective communication skills
- In depth knowledge of HACCP, food safety regulations, and quality standards
- Ability to perform effectively in a fast paced, high pressure, guest focused environment
Full Job Posting
Company Description
- La Cigale Hotel Managed by Accor is a prestigious five star luxury hotel in central Doha, Qatar.
- Offers 225 elegantly appointed rooms and suites, nine exceptional dining and entertainment outlets, two ballrooms, a gymnasium, indoor pool, and deluxe spa.
- Part of Accor, a global leader in hospitality.
What Is In It For You
- Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide for you and your family.
- Learning programs through our Academies designed to sharpen your skills.
- Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities.
- Career development opportunities with national and international promotion opportunities.
Job Description
- Assist the Executive Chef in overseeing day to day kitchen operations across all outlets.
- Ensure the highest standards of food quality, presentation, taste, and consistency.
- Lead, coach, train, and motivate culinary teams to deliver exceptional dining experiences.
- Contribute to menu planning and development in line with international culinary trends and brand guidelines.
- Maintain strict compliance with food safety, hygiene, and operational standards (HACCP and local regulations).
- Monitor and control food costs, inventory levels, labor expenses, and waste.
- Manage supplier relationships and ensure quality and cost effective procurement.
- Support the planning and execution of banquets, events, and special culinary projects.
- Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth kitchen operations and guest satisfaction.
- Step in for the Executive Chef as required to ensure operational continuity.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in 5 star luxury hotels or fine dining establishments.
- International work exposure with strong knowledge of multiple global cuisines.
- Demonstrated leadership, organizational, and effective communication skills.
- In depth knowledge of HACCP, food safety regulations, and quality standards.
- Ability to perform effectively in a fast paced, high pressure, guest focused environment.
Additional Information
- Our Commitment To Diversity & Inclusion: We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.
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