Senior Sous Chef: Lead Kitchen Ops & Quality

DEAL Holdings; Dubai; On-site; AED 134,000 - 246,000; Full time

Job summary

DEAL Holdings in Dubai seeks a hands-on Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in leading kitchen operations, ensuring consistent food quality and efficient service. You will supervise sections, oversee mise en place, and lead shifts in the Head Chef's absence.

You’ll collaborate with the Culinary Operations team to maintain hygiene, safety, and cost-control standards while training junior chefs and driving team performance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of kitchen experience.
• Strong section and service leadership skills.
• Good understanding of cost control and food safety.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day kitchen operations and service execution.
• Supervise sections, mise en place, and food preparation.
• Lead shifts in the absence of the Head Chef.
• Ensure hygiene, safety, and quality standards are followed.
• Support training and development of junior chefs.
• Monitor stock usage, waste, and portion control.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Team supervision

Food safety

Cost control

Operational excellence

Job description

DEAL Holdings in Dubai seeks a hands-on Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in leading kitchen operations, ensuring consistent food quality and efficient service. You will supervise sections, oversee mise en place, and lead shifts in the Head Chef's absence.

You’ll collaborate with the Culinary Operations team to maintain hygiene, safety, and cost-control standards while training junior chefs and driving team performance.