Executive Sous Chef: Lead Kitchen Operations & Quality

InterContinental Hotels Group; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 8,900 - 13,000; Full time

Job summary

InterContinental Hotels Group in Kuwait City is seeking a kitchen professional to support the Executive Chef by supervising daily operations and assigning tasks. The role includes training and coaching team members, monitoring performance, and ensuring high food quality and presentation.

You will assist with menu execution, guest requests, and maintaining hygiene standards while coordinating with other departments to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Experience in upscale hotel kitchen environments.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Knowledge of brand standards and guest service excellence.

Responsibilities

• Supervise kitchen operations in the absence of the Executive Chef.
• Assist in training, coaching, and developing kitchen colleagues.
• Monitor team performance and provide feedback.
• Promote teamwork and coordinate with other departments.
• Ensure proper staffing levels during operations.
• Maintain high standards of food quality and presentation.
• Support in handling guest feedback and special requests.
• Assist with menu execution and consistency across outlets.
• Ensure timely and efficient service delivery.

Skills

Kitchen supervision

Staff training

Food safety

Quality control

Job description

InterContinental Hotels Group in Kuwait City is seeking a kitchen professional to support the Executive Chef by supervising daily operations and assigning tasks. The role includes training and coaching team members, monitoring performance, and ensuring high food quality and presentation.

You will assist with menu execution, guest requests, and maintaining hygiene standards while coordinating with other departments to deliver exceptional guest experiences.