Sous chef

Sous Chef — Job Posting Summary

We are seeking a skilled, proactive Sous Chef to support our culinary leadership, maintain consistent food quality, and drive kitchen efficiency in a high-volume, creative restaurant environment in Dubai. This role balances hands-on cooking, team supervision, and operational responsibility.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Kitchen Leadership: Supervise line cooks and prep teams; assign stations and ensure smooth service flow.
• Food Quality and Consistency: Execute menu items to recipe standards; monitor plating, portioning, and presentation.
• Prep and Production: Oversee mise en place, prep schedules, and daily production to meet service demands.
• Training and Development: Coach staff on techniques, timing, and standards; run line trainings and tastings.
• Inventory and Cost Control: Assist with ordering, stock rotation, par levels, and waste reduction to meet food cost targets.
• Menu Support: Collaborate on menu development, specials, and seasonal offerings; test recipes and refine techniques.
• Health and Safety Compliance: Enforce sanitation, HACCP, and food safety procedures; maintain a clean, organized kitchen.
• Operational Support: Manage shift handovers, prep lists, and communication with front-of-house and management teams.
• Problem Solving: Troubleshoot service issues, adapt to changing volumes, and maintain composure under pressure.

Requirements

• Experience: 3–5 years of professional culinary experience with at least 1–2 years in a supervisory role in a high-volume restaurant, hotel, or similar.
• Culinary Training: Culinary diploma or equivalent preferred; strong classical technique and modern plating skills.
• Technical Skills: Excellent knife skills, station management, timing, and ability to execute multiple dishes simultaneously.
• Food Safety: Current food safety certification and thorough knowledge of sanitation standards.
• Leadership: Proven ability to train, motivate, and manage kitchen staff; clear communicator and team player.
• Commercial Awareness: Familiarity with inventory systems, portion control, and basic food cost calculations.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to work long, standing shifts and lift up to standard kitchen loads.
• Availability: Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Language: Proficient in English; additional languages are a plus.

What We Offer

• Compensation: Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• Benefits: Staff meals, industry discounts, and opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Culture: A creative, fast-paced kitchen with room to influence menu direction and grow within the group.

Application Process

Location: Dubai
Employment type: Full-time; nights, weekends, and holidays required

Email your resume and a brief cover letter with “Sous Chef — Dubai” in the subject line to recruiting@sbe.com. Please include your earliest availability, current or expected salary range, and two professional references. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a phone screen followed by an in-person interview and a practical kitchen assessment or trial shift where applicable.