Sous Chef (Hot Kitchen) - SOL Coffee Location: Business Bay

Sunsol Cafeteria; Dubai; Sur place; AED 134 000 - 179 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

SOL Coffee in Business Bay, Dubai, is seeking a passionate and experienced Sous Chef to join our growing team. You will work closely with the Executive Chef and Head Chef to deliver high-quality dishes in a café concept focused on quality, creativity, and guest experience.

You will lead and mentor the kitchen team, supervise service, and ensure food safety, menu development, and cost control. The role requires hands-on leadership in a fast-paced environment, strong organizational skills, and a

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of professional kitchen experience.
• 1–2 years in a Sous Chef or Junior Sous Chef role.
• Strong knowledge of hot kitchen operations.
• Experience in cafés, restaurants, or casual dining.
• Excellent leadership and team management.
• Knowledge of HACCP and food safety standards.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Responsabilités

• Support the Head Chef in daily hot kitchen operations.
• Work closely with the Executive Chef to maintain high standards of quality, consistency, and presentation.
• Supervise and lead the kitchen team during service.
• Prepare and cook high-quality dishes according to recipes and company standards.
• Ensure smooth kitchen operations during service.
• Assist in menu development, seasonal specials, and recipe improvements.
• Train, mentor, and support CDPs, Commis Chefs, and kitchen assistants.
• Monitor food preparation, stock levels, ordering, and inventory.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards at all times.
• Minimize food waste and assist with food cost control.
• Take responsibility for kitchen operations in the absence of the Head Chef.

Connaissances

Leadership

Kitchen management

Communication

Food safety

Menu development

Cost control

Description du poste

Location: Business Bay, Dubai, UAE

SOL Coffee is looking for a passionate and experienced Sous Chef to join our growing team.

This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside our experienced Executive Chef and Head Chef, helping build a new café concept focused on quality, creativity, and exceptional guest experiences.

• Support the Head Chef in the daily operation of the hot kitchen.
• Work closely with the Executive Chef to maintain the highest standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation.
• Supervise and lead the kitchen team during daily operations.
• Prepare and cook high-quality dishes according to recipes and company standards.
• Ensure smooth kitchen operations during service.
• Assist in menu development, seasonal specials, and recipe improvements.
• Train, mentor, and support CDPs, Commis Chefs, and kitchen assistants.
• Monitor food preparation, stock levels, ordering, and inventory.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards at all times.
• Minimize food waste and assist with food cost control.
• Take responsibility for kitchen operations in the absence of the Head Chef.

Skills

• Minimum 5 years of professional kitchen experience.
• At least 1–2 years of experience as a Sous Chef or Junior Sous Chef.
• Strong knowledge of hot kitchen operations.
• Experience in cafés, restaurants, or casual dining concepts.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Passion for quality, consistency, and continuous improvement.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Good understanding of food costing, inventory management, and kitchen operations.
• Knowledge of HACCP and food safety standards.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.