Junior Sous Chef — Lead Kitchen & Menu Excellence

IHG Hotels & Resorts; Muscat; On-site; OMR 6,000 - 9,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full uniform

Room discounts

Training opportunities

Job summary

Crowne Plaza Muscat OCEC in Muscat is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to support the Sous Chef and Executive Chef, supervise kitchen staff, and uphold True Hospitality for Good.

You will assist in menu execution, training, inventory control, and ensure health and safety compliance while maintaining high-quality dishes across all outlets.

Join a premium five-star property within the Oman Convention & Exhibition Centre and help deliver memorable dining experiences for business and leisure guests.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or diploma from a recognized institute.
• Minimum 5–7 years in a professional kitchen with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Hotel or large-scale kitchen operations experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Sous Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations.
• Supervise and coordinate kitchen staff to maintain standards.
• Step in to manage the kitchen in the absence of the Sous/Executive Chef.
• Monitor food preparation, cooking, and presentation across outlets and banquets.
• Ensure compliance with SOPs, portion control, and culinary standards.
• Train kitchen staff on food safety, hygiene, and equipment handling.
• Assist in menu planning, development of specials, and seasonal offerings.
• Maintain inventory, stock levels, and proper storage.

Skills

Leadership

Food safety

Cost control

Kitchen supervision

English fluency

Education

Culinary degree or diploma

Job description

Crowne Plaza Muscat OCEC in Muscat is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to support the Sous Chef and Executive Chef, supervise kitchen staff, and uphold True Hospitality for Good.

You will assist in menu execution, training, inventory control, and ensure health and safety compliance while maintaining high-quality dishes across all outlets.

Join a premium five-star property within the Oman Convention & Exhibition Centre and help deliver memorable dining experiences for business and leisure guests.