Sous Chef - UAE

Calo Inc.; Dubai; Sur place; AED 90 000 - 150 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Calo Inc. in Dubai, UAE is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to lead daily central kitchen production, ensuring accuracy, speed, and high quality at scale.

You will supervise sections, manage batch cooking, uphold hygiene, and mentor kitchen staff while collaborating with the Head Chef.

This role suits a process-driven leader with extensive culinary background and strong English communication, based in Dubai.

Qualifications

• 6–8 years of culinary experience with at least 2 years as Sous Chef.
• Experience in central kitchens, cloud kitchens, catering or high-volume production.
• Strong knowledge of batch cooking and large-scale production operations.
• Culinary degree or equivalent preferred.
• Based in Dubai, UAE and proficient in English.

Responsabilités

• Support Head Chef in daily central kitchen operations and production flow.
• Supervise kitchen teams across sections for efficiency.
• Ensure meals are prepared, portioned, and packed to company standards.
• Monitor food quality, portion control, and recipes.
• Optimize production processes to improve speed and cost efficiency.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff on techniques, hygiene, and SOPs.
• Oversee inventory, stock levels, ordering, and waste control.
• Maintain hygiene and food safety compliance.
• Lead kitchen operations in Head Chef's absence.

Connaissances

Leadership

Batch cooking

High-volume ops

English communication

Culinary expertise

Formation

Culinary degree

Outils

Kitchen systems

Inventory management

Reporting tools

Description du poste

Job Description:

About Calo

Launched in Bahrain in November 2019, Calo is on a mission to make healthy easy. We’re a team of dedicated individuals driving this mission by providing better, faster, and more affordable access to food through technology.

Role Overview

We are looking for a Sous Chef to join our Central Kitchen team in Dubai, UAE. The Sous Chef will work closely with the Head Chef to oversee daily production operations, ensuring consistency, efficiency, and high food quality at scale. This role is ideal for someone with strong experience in high-volume production kitchens, meal preparation, and process-driven environments.

Main Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in managing daily central kitchen operations and production flow
• Supervise and coordinate kitchen teams across different sections to ensure efficiency and consistency
• Ensure all meals are prepared, portioned, and packed according to company standards
• Monitor food quality, portion control, and adherence to standardized recipes
• Optimize production processes to improve speed, consistency, and cost efficiency
• Train and mentor kitchen staff on production techniques, hygiene standards, and SOPs
• Ensure mise en place and batch preparation are completed according to schedule
• Oversee inventory, stock levels, ordering, and waste control
• Maintain strict compliance with hygiene, sanitation, and food safety standards
• Step in to lead kitchen operations in the absence of the Head Chef
• Foster a structured, disciplined, and positive team environment

Qualifications

• 6–8 years of culinary experience, including at least 2 years as a Sous Chef or a strong Junior Sous Chef
• Experience in central kitchens, cloud kitchens, catering operations, or high-volume food production environments
• Strong understanding of batch cooking, meal preparation, and large-scale production operations
• Culinary degree or equivalent qualification is preferred
• Currently based in Dubai, UAE
• Strong communication skills in English

Knowledge & Competencies

• Proven ability to manage high-volume kitchen operations under pressure
• Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and production standards
• Experience in menu planning, costing, and portion control at scaleExcellent organizational and time management skills
• Familiarity with kitchen systems, inventory management, and reporting tools
• Ability to lead and develop kitchen teams effectively

Personality & Attributes

• Calm, structured, and process-driven leader
• Detail-oriented with a focus on consistency and efficiency
• Strong communicator and team leader
• Passionate about food quality and operational excellence
• Proactive, disciplined, and solutions-oriented mindset
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment