Executive Sous Chef: Menu Innovation & Ops Leadership

Client of Hudson Manpower; Farwaniya; On-site; KWD 15,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Client of Hudson Manpower is hiring an experienced Executive Sous Chef for a reputed restaurant group in Kuwait. The role supports the Executive Chef, leads menu development, ensures food quality, and drives guest satisfaction across outlets.

You will manage budgets, control costs, oversee staffing, train kitchen teams, and coordinate with QA and facilities. Requirements include 12–14 years of culinary experience and a Bachelor's in Catering Science or Culinary Arts.

Qualifications

• 12–14 years of culinary experience.
• Minimum 2 years in same or equivalent leadership position.
• Bachelor's Degree in Catering Science or Culinary Arts.

Responsibilities

• Ensure exceptional food quality presentation and guest satisfaction
• Support the Executive Chef in achieving departmental and business goals
• Develop menus while maintaining food cost control
• Prepare and manage operating budgets and monitor expenses
• Lead kitchen staff recruitment, training, and coaching
• Monitor culinary KPIs and analyze P&L reports
• Coordinate with facilities and QA on audits and maintenance

Skills

Leadership

Menu development

Food cost control

Budgeting

Staff training

Quality assurance

Food safety

Operational management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Catering Science or Culinary Arts

Job description

Client of Hudson Manpower is hiring an experienced Executive Sous Chef for a reputed restaurant group in Kuwait. The role supports the Executive Chef, leads menu development, ensures food quality, and drives guest satisfaction across outlets.

You will manage budgets, control costs, oversee staffing, train kitchen teams, and coordinate with QA and facilities. Requirements include 12–14 years of culinary experience and a Bachelor's in Catering Science or Culinary Arts.