Sous Chef

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

Role Overview
The Sous Chef supports the Head Chef in leading kitchen operations, ensuring consistent food quality, efficient service, and strong team performance. This role is hands-on and supervisory, acting as the second-in-command within the kitchen.

Location: UAE
Reports to: Head Chef
Department: Culinary Operations
Employment Type: Full-time

Role OverviewThe Sous Chef supports the Head Chef in leading kitchen operations, ensuring consistent food quality, efficient service, and strong team performance. This role is hands-on and supervisory, acting as the second-in-command within the kitchen.

Key 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.

KPIs & Success Metrics

• Food quality and consistency
• Service flow and kitchen readiness
• Hygiene and safety compliance
• Team supervision and reliability

Candidate Requirements

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