Senior Sous Chef – Pre-Opening Culinary Leader

AlphaMind Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Multicultural work environment

Exposure to high-profile projects

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

AlphaMind Group’s Café Kira is seeking an experienced Senior Sous Chef to join the culinary leadership team for a new concept opening in Dubai. You will supervise daily kitchen operations and uphold KIRA's high standards in a fast-paced, high-volume setting.

Lead and develop the kitchen team, drive pre-opening activities, and collaborate with the Executive Chef on menus, training, and cost control. Ensure HACCP compliance and consistent quality across all stations.

Qualifications

• Senior Sous Chef experience in premium, high-volume venues.
• Proven leadership, team management, and staff training capabilities.
• Experience in pre-opening or launching new concepts is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of food cost management, inventory, and HACCP standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations and ensure smooth, efficient service.
• Maintain KIRA's culinary standards across all sections and drive consistency.
• Lead, train, and mentor junior chefs; coordinate pre-opening activities.
• Collaborate with Executive Chef on menu development, tastings, and concepts.

Skills

Senior Sous Chef

High-volume kitchen

Kitchen leadership

Team management

Staff training

Pre-opening experience

Food cost management

HACCP knowledge

Operations supervision

Organizational skills

Job description

AlphaMind Group’s Café Kira is seeking an experienced Senior Sous Chef to join the culinary leadership team for a new concept opening in Dubai. You will supervise daily kitchen operations and uphold KIRA's high standards in a fast-paced, high-volume setting.

Lead and develop the kitchen team, drive pre-opening activities, and collaborate with the Executive Chef on menus, training, and cost control. Ensure HACCP compliance and consistent quality across all stations.