Sous Chef

Nikki Beach Hospitality Group; Marbella; Hybrid; EUR 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Sous Chef role at Nikki Beach Hospitality Group in Marbella, guiding the culinary team under the Executive Chef and contributing to menu development in a high‑end beach club setting.

The seasonal position requires 3-5+ years in a professional kitchen with 1-2 years in leadership, hands-on leadership, and a passion for delivering exceptional, stylish food experiences.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years experience in a professional kitchen with 1-2 years in a leadership role (Sous Chef / Junior Sous / Chef de Partie acting up).
• Hands-on, calm under pressure, fast problem-solver, team-oriented, and open to new techniques and styles.
• Strong cooking techniques, food safety, menu planning, inventory & cost control, team coaching, equipment care, and high plating standards aligned with Nikki Beach expectations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise all kitchen stations and daily operations.
• Direct food preparation and delegate tasks efficiently.
• Ensure food quality, consistency, and visual standards.
• Collaborate on menu development and recipe testing.
• Lead, motivate, and develop the kitchen team.
• Support inventory, ordering, and stock control.
• Maintain hygiene, safety, and sanitation standards.
• Troubleshoot during service and support high-volume periods.
• Coach commis chefs and apprentices; support scheduling.
• Assist with event menus and seasonal changes.

Skills

Leadership

Menu development

Food safety

Team supervision

High plating standards

Inventory management

Job description

Position: Sous Chef
Location: Marbella
Contract: Seasonal

Position overview

As Sous Chef, you support the Executive Chef in leading the culinary team and ensuring a consistent, high-quality food experience. You supervise kitchen operations, guide junior chefs, and contribute to menu development, always reflecting the Nikki Beach lifestyle.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise all kitchen stations and daily operations
• Direct food preparation and delegate tasks efficiently
• Ensure food quality, consistency, and visual standards
• Collaborate on menu development and recipe testing
• Lead, motivate, and develop the kitchen team
• Support inventory, ordering, and stock control
• Maintain hygiene, safety, and sanitation standards
• Troubleshoot during service and support high-volume periods
• Coach commis chefs and apprentices; support scheduling
• Assist with event menus and seasonal changes

What we’re looking for

• 3-5+ years experience in a professional kitchen, with at least 1-2 years in a leadership role (Sous Chef / Junior Sous / Chef de Partie acting up).
• A passionate about food, hands-on, calm under pressure, a fast problem-solver, team-oriented, and open to new techniques and styles.
• You know s tro ng cooking techniques, food safety, menu planning, inventory & cost control, team coaching, equipment care, and high plating standards aligned with Nikki Beach expectations.

Why join Nikki Beach

Established by Jack and Lucia Penrod, Nikki Beach Hospitality Group epitomizes barefoot luxury hospitality, curating transformative lifestyle experiences through its global collection of iconic beach clubs, hotels, resorts, residences, dining concepts, and pop‑ups. Recognized among the world’s best beach clubs and resorts, the brand continues to expand into new destinations and concepts, including Lucia, our restaurant and beach concept introduced in 2024.

For our team members, this means the chance to be part of a hospitality group with a celebrated 25-year legacy and an exciting future. Joining Nikki Beach Hospitality Group offers opportunities for growth and international exposure, with the ability to build a career across some of the world’s most sought‑after destinations. As part of the Nikki Beach family, you will help shape unforgettable moments and contribute to the future of luxury hospitality.