Sous Chef: Lead Kitchens, Elevate Guest Experience

Waldorf Astoria Kuwait; Dubai; On-site; AED 112,000 - 223,000; Full time

Job summary

Hilton in Dubai is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to lead daily kitchen operations and deliver exceptional guest experiences. You will coach the culinary team, manage production lists, check lines, and expedite service, while developing seasonal menus and daily specials.

Collaborating closely with Front of House and Back of House, you will uphold health, safety, sanitation and alcohol standards and support inventory, ordering and scheduling to ensure smooth operations and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Experience leading culinary teams in fast-paced kitchens.
• Ability to manage outlets or banquets with hands-on coaching.
• Knowledge of health, safety and sanitation standards.
• Strong collaboration with Front of House and Back of House teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary team operations with hands-on guidance to kitchen staff.
• Oversee production lists, line checks and service expediting.
• Develop seasonal menus, features and daily specials.
• Foster cross-department collaboration to ensure seamless service.
• Assist with inventory, ordering and scheduling duties.
• Maintain compliance with health, safety, sanitation and alcohol regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Hospitality

Integrity

Teamwork

Ownership

Job description

Hilton in Dubai is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to lead daily kitchen operations and deliver exceptional guest experiences. You will coach the culinary team, manage production lists, check lines, and expedite service, while developing seasonal menus and daily specials.

Collaborating closely with Front of House and Back of House, you will uphold health, safety, sanitation and alcohol standards and support inventory, ordering and scheduling to ensure smooth operations and guest satisfaction.