Turkish Fine-Dining Sous Chef - Lead Kitchen

SIHAMCO; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 201,000 - 335,000; Full time

Job summary

SIHAMCO announces an opening for a Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in delivering a refined Turkish fine-dining concept. You will lead kitchen operations, ensure authentic Turkish flavours, and uphold exceptional standards in plating and presentation.

The role emphasizes supporting pre-opening activities, SOP development, and recruitment/training of the opening kitchen brigade. Saudi relocation support is noted in related materials.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Turkish fine-dining or high-end restaurants.
• Proven leadership in managing kitchen teams and service flow.
• Ability to develop and test menus, recipes, and plating standards.
• Strong palate and ability to ensure flavor, texture, and presentation consistency.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in culinary direction and execution of the Turkish fine-dining concept.
• Ensure all dishes are prepared and presented per approved recipes and plating standards.
• Maintain authenticity, quality and consistency of Turkish flavours and techniques.
• Supervise daily food prep, mise en place and service across kitchen sections.
• Assist with menu development, recipe testing, tastings and culinary trials.
• Ensure ingredients meet quality, yield and specification requirements.
• Maintain high standards of flavour, texture, presentation and portion control.
• Step into Head Chef’s role during their absence.

Skills

Turkish cuisine expertise

Kitchen leadership

Menu development

Quality control

Job description

SIHAMCO announces an opening for a Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in delivering a refined Turkish fine-dining concept. You will lead kitchen operations, ensure authentic Turkish flavours, and uphold exceptional standards in plating and presentation.

The role emphasizes supporting pre-opening activities, SOP development, and recruitment/training of the opening kitchen brigade. Saudi relocation support is noted in related materials.