Executive Sous Chef (Male)

career-land-center-2; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

career-land-center-2 seeks an experienced Executive Sous Chef for a luxury hotel or resort in Kuwait City. The ideal candidate has Forbes-standard experience and a strong background in high-end dining. Arab nationality is preferred.

You will oversee the kitchen operations, lead and train staff, assist in menu development, and ensure top food quality while maintaining strict hygiene and Forbes-level service standards.

Qualifications

• Experience as Executive Sous Chef in luxury hotels.
• Forbes-standard culinary background preferred.
• Arab nationality preferred.
• Strong leadership in fine dining settings.
• Experience with luxury hospitality service standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations and ensure quality.
• Lead and train kitchen staff to maintain excellence.
• Assist in menu development and culinary innovation.
• Uphold Forbes-level service standards.
• Maintain food safety and hygiene compliance.
• Control costs and coordinate with suppliers.
• Manage kitchen scheduling and workflow.

Skills

Leadership

Kitchen Operations

Menu Development

Food Safety

Job description

WE ARE HIRING - Executive Sous Chef (Male)

High Priority Role

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Executive Sous Chef with a strong background in luxury or 4-5-star hotels. Candidates with Forbes-standard experience and Arab nationality are highly preferred. Proven expertise in international or specialty cuisine will be considered a strong advantage.

Job Description:

The Executive Sous Chef will play a key leadership role in overseeing kitchen operations, maintaining exceptional food quality, and driving culinary innovation. This role requires hands-on leadership, strong operational skills, and a passion for delivering world-class dining experiences.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Executive Chef in managing daily kitchen operations

• Ensure high standards of food quality, taste, and presentation

• Lead, train, and supervise kitchen staff to maintain performance excellence

• Assist in menu development, recipe creation, and culinary innovation

• Maintain strict food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards

• Control food costs, inventory, and supplier coordination

• Oversee kitchen scheduling, discipline, and workflow efficiency

• Uphold luxury hospitality and Forbes-level service standards

Preferred Profile:

• Male candidate

• Experience in 4 or 5-star hotels (luxury segment preferred)

• Forbes background is a strong plus (high priority)

• Arab nationality preferred

• Strong cuisine experience in fine dining or luxury hospitality

• Proven leadership and team management skills