Executive Sous Chef
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About the Role
Assist in kitchen operations, ensure food quality, lead culinary teams, manage costs, and innovate menu planning while adhering to safety regulations.
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Responsibilities
- Assist the Executive Chef in overseeing day to day kitchen operations across all food service outlets
- Ensure highest standards of food quality, presentation, taste, and consistency
- Lead, coach, train, and motivate culinary teams
- Contribute to innovative menu planning and development aligned with trends and brand guidelines
- Maintain compliance with HACCP protocols, food safety regulations, and hygiene standards
- Monitor and analyze food costs, inventory levels, labor expenses, and waste reduction
- Manage supplier relationships and ensure quality procurement
- Support planning and execution of banquets, special events, and bespoke culinary projects
- Step in for the Executive Chef as required to ensure uninterrupted service
Requirements
- 5+ years experience in 5 star luxury hotels, fine dining, or high volume hospitality
- Formal culinary degree or professional chef certification
- International work exposure with expertise in multiple global cuisines
- Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills
- In depth knowledge of HACCP, food safety regulations, and quality assurance
- Proficiency in budget management, cost control, and inventory analysis
- Experience in menu development and culinary innovation
- Supplier relationship management and procurement negotiation skills
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Job Description
- We're looking for an accomplished and visionary Executive Sous Chef to join our culinary leadership team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. In this pivotal role, you'll partner with the Executive Chef to drive excellence across all kitchen operations, ensuring every dish reflects our commitment to world class
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the Executive Chef in overseeing day to day kitchen operations across all food service outlets while maintaining operational continuity and strategic vision.
- Ensure the highest standards of food quality, presentation, taste, and consistency across all culinary creations and service periods.
- Lead, coach, train, and motivate culinary teams with empathy and assertiveness, fostering a collaborative culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
- Contribute to innovative menu planning and development that aligns with international culinary trends, brand guidelines, and local market preferences in Saudi Arabia.
- Maintain strict compliance with HACCP protocols, food safety regulations, hygiene standards, and all local regulatory requirements.
- Monitor and analyze food costs, inventory levels, labor expenses, and waste reduction initiatives to optimize profitability and operational efficiency.
- Manage supplier relationships strategically, ensuring quality procurement, cost effectiveness, and transparent communication with vendors.
- Support the planning and execution of banquets, special events, and bespoke culinary projects with meticulous attention to detail and guest satisfaction.
- Collaborate transparently with front of house, management, and support departments to ensure seamless kitchen operations and exceptional guest experiences.
- Step in decisively for the Executive Chef as required, demonstrating resilience and organizational excellence to ensure uninterrupted service delivery.
Qualifications
- Proven experience of 5+ years in 5 star luxury hotels, fine dining establishments, or high volume hospitality operations.
- Formal culinary degree, professional chef certification, or equivalent hands on training from recognized culinary institutions.
- International work exposure with demonstrated expertise in multiple global cuisines and culinary techniques.
- Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to motivate and develop culinary teams.
- In depth knowledge of HACCP systems, food safety regulations, quality assurance standards, and local Saudi Arabian health and safety requirements.
- Proven ability to perform effectively in fast paced, high pressure, guest focused environments while maintaining composure and decisiveness.
- Advanced proficiency in budget management, cost control, inventory analysis, and financial accountability.
- Experience in menu development, culinary innovation, and adapting concepts to market trends and guest preferences.
- Demonstrated expertise in supplier relationship management and procurement negotiations.
- Proficiency with kitchen management systems, food service technology, and modern culinary equipment.
- Strong problem solving capabilities and analytical skills with a goal oriented mindset.
- Cultural awareness and flexibility to work in a diverse, international hospitality setting.
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