Junior Sous Chef - Latin American Cuisine

InterContinental Hotels Group; Doha; On-site; QAR 67,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

InterContinental Doha Beach & Spa in Doha seeks a Junior Sous Chef for La Mar to support daily kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality Latin American dishes and collaboration on menu development with the Head Chef.

You will supervise junior staff, uphold food safety standards, manage inventory, control costs, and contribute to an exceptional guest dining experience in a luxury hotel setting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Junior Sous Chef in a high-end restaurant or hotel.
• Strong knowledge and passion for Latin American culinary traditions and techniques.
• Leadership abilities with experience mentoring kitchen staff.
• Excellent organizational skills in fast-paced environments.
• Creative approach to menu development and food presentation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Culinary qualification from a recognized institution is preferred.
• Commitment to high standards and guest experiences.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing day-to-day kitchen operations to ensure consistency and quality.
• Prepare, cook, and present Latin American-inspired dishes with attention to detail.
• Collaborate with Sous Chef and Head Chef to develop and update menus.
• Oversee training and mentoring of junior kitchen staff.
• Uphold highest standards of food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness.
• Assist in inventory management and stock control to reduce waste.
• Help manage kitchen costs, portions, and operational procedures.

Skills

Junior Sous Chef experience

Latin American cuisine

Leadership

Menu development

Food safety standards

Education

Culinary qualification

Job description

Job description

About Us

As the world's largest family of luxury hotels, we all take great pride in being genuine ambassadors of the InterContinental® brand.

Shaped by decades of international know-how and local insights, our passion for luxury travel spans cultures and customs. Inspiring us to create warm and sophisticated experiences for those seeking a richer perspective on the world. Each of our hotels cultivates a distinctive style and ambience where we embrace every opportunity to give our guests a personal and enriching experience.

If you'd like to embrace a wider world of experiences and opportunities, we'd like to welcome you to the world's most international luxury hotel brand.

Located on Doha's longest private beach and nestled in landscaped gardens, the InterContinental Doha Beach & Spa features 12 restaurants, a range of recreational facilities, a free-form swimming pool, and the world-class Spa InterContinental.

Situated in an exclusive location, minutes from downtown Doha and major government and corporate offices and within minutes to the Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre, City Center Mall, and Doha Golf Club, our properties offer distinctive surroundings which will forever redefine luxury.

Your Day to Day

As the Junior Sous Chef at La Mar, you will play a key role in the daily operations of the kitchen, ensuring the preparation and presentation of high-quality dishes that meet our guests’ expectations. You will work closely with the Head Chef and Sous Chef, assisting in menu development, maintaining kitchen organization, and supervising a dedicated team of culinary professionals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in managing the day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring consistency and quality of all dishes.
• Prepare, cook, and present Latin American-inspired dishes with attention to detail and creativity.
• Collaborate with the Sous Chef and Head Chef to develop and update menus, ensuring the offerings align with the restaurant's concept.
• Oversee the training, mentoring, and performance of junior kitchen staff, fostering a positive and collaborative team atmosphere.
• Ensure the highest standards of food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness are upheld at all times.
• Assist in inventory management, including ordering and stock control, to maintain efficiency and reduce waste.
• Help manage kitchen costs, portion control, and other operational procedures to ensure financial targets are met.
• Support in creating an exceptional guest dining experience by contributing to innovative culinary offerings and maintaining high food standards.

What We Need From You

Ideally, you'll have some or all of the following competencies and experience we're looking for:

• Proven experience as a Junior Sous Chef or similar role in a high-end restaurant or hotel, preferably with experience in Latin American cuisine
• Strong knowledge and passion for Latin American culinary traditions and contemporary techniques
• Leadership abilities with experience in managing and mentoring kitchen staff
• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
• A creative and innovative approach to menu development and food presentation
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Culinary qualification from a recognized institution is preferred
• A commitment to maintaining high standards and providing outstanding guest experiences

What We Offer

We’ll reward all your hard work with competitive salary and benefits.

Join us and you’ll become part of the global IHG family – and like all families, all our individual team members share some winning characteristics. As a team, we work better together – we trust and support each other, we do the right thing and we welcome different perspectives. You need to show us you care: that you notice the little things that make a difference to guests as well as always looking for ways to improve - visit www.careers.ihg.com to find out more about us.

So go on - show us how your passion and personality are the perfect fit to deliver memorable experiences to our guests.