Sous Chef

Big Mamma Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Big Mamma Group is expanding to Dubai and seeks a passionate Sous Chef for their new trattoria. You will play a key role in menu creation and operational efficiency, ensuring excellence in culinary execution while leading a dynamic kitchen team.

Qualifications

• Experience in a high-volume kitchen.
• Ability to manage food costs and inventory.
• Strong communication and training skills.

Responsibilities

• Participate in menu changes and ensure dish perfection.
• Manage hygiene standards and team organization.
• Train and support the kitchen team.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary skills

Teamwork

Operational efficiency

Job description

Big Mamma is a French Italian restaurant group, the brainchild of Victor Lugger and Tigrane Seydoux. Over the past 10 years we have opened the doors of 28 restaurants in Europe (France, Monaco, England, Spain, Germany, Italy and Belgium).

Our mission? To share the special ambience of the most beautiful places of Italian tradition, creating unique moments of sharing with our customers.

With Big Mammas rapid expansion, were taking an exciting step beyond Europe for the very first time - landing in Dubai! Were looking for a passionate and skilled Sous Chef to join La Squadra and play a key role in the opening of our brand-new trattoria in the heart of the city.

Youll embody our core values of excellence, meritocracy, entrepreneurship, and authenticity in your day-to-day work. Reporting to the Head Chef, your main areas of responsibility will include :

From creation to plate execution

• Participate in the menu change process alongside the Executive Chefs, contributing to a unique culinary experience.
• Speed and precision at the pass will be your hallmark.
• Ensure every dish is perfect, adhering to the Group's recipes and standards.

Operational efficiency

• You are the Head Chefs right hand, ensuring everything is impeccable : compliance with hygiene standards, a well-organized team, and checks always aligned with objectives.
• Manage Food Costs like a true leader : zero waste, flawless inventories, and always on-time orders.
• Plan, organize, and lead the brigade with energy and precision.

Success is built on Teamwork

• Train and support your team daily, sharing passion and professionalism.
• Build your Squad : your leadership creates harmony and makes the workplace stimulating and positive.

BIG MAMMA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, color, religion, national origin, disability, age or any other characteristic protected by law .