Sous Chef

UrbaCon Contracting & Trading Company; Qatar; On-site; QAR 200,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Qatar is seeking a Sous Chef to oversee kitchen operations, including food preparation and staff management. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Culinary Arts, at least 8 years of experience, and strong leadership skills. This position involves menu planning, ensuring food quality, and maintaining high culinary standards. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of working experience in a culinary role.
• 5 years of relevant experience in kitchen management.
• 2 years of experience in the GCC region is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee food preparation and cooking.
• Assist in menu development aligned with budget.
• Ensure compliance with food hygiene and quality standards.
• Supervise kitchen staff and manage inventory.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen equipment.

Skills

Cooking techniques

Leadership

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Adaptability under pressure

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Culinary Arts

Job description

Job Summary

The Sous Chef assists in overseeing all aspects of kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and presentation. They are responsible for maintaining high culinary standards, ensuring the quality and consistency of dishes, and adhering to food safety and sanitation regulations. Additionally, Sous Chefs may assist in menu planning, recipe development, and inventory management. They also supervise kitchen staff, delegate tasks, and provide training and guidance to ensure efficient and effective kitchen operations.

Job Responsibilities

• Leads in cooking and preparing meals, including checking food quality and overseeing cooking techniques.
• Assists in designing / helping the Executive Chef in developing food and drink menus and ensures alignment of budgets.
• Ensures the kitchen meets high standards of quality and completes food hygiene documents to comply with the law and writes environmental health reports when necessary.
• Supervises and inspects all preparation and cooking equipment on a regular basis to ensure that they are kept clean, sanitary, and in perfect operating order.
• Ensures that food products, presentation, and plating are of the highest quality, and are prepared to serve in a timely manner.
• Leads in ordering supplies and negotiating with suppliers as well as managing inventory and keeping control of stock.
• Ensures that all culinary operations manuals are prepared and updated.
• Assures adherence to all standards of food quality, preparation, recipes, and presentation in conjunction with the specifications.
• Monitors holding and storage operations, stocking and food rotation, and guarantees food service sanitation standards are met.
• Additional responsibilities (per assignment).

Job Knowledge & Skills

• Proficient in a wide range of cooking techniques, cuisines, and food preparation methods to oversee kitchen operations effectively.
• Strong leadership and management skills to supervise kitchen staff, delegate tasks, and maintain a cohesive team environment.
• Excellent organizational skills to prioritize tasks, manage kitchen workflow efficiently, and ensure timely food production.
• Keen attention to detail to maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and consistency.
• Ability to work well under pressure, adapt to changing priorities, and problem‑solve effectively in a fast‑paced kitchen environment.

Job Experience

Minimum 8 year(s) working experience, 5 year(s) relevant working experience, 2 year(s) GCC is a plus.

Competencies

• Resilience
• Quality
• Leadership
• Quality Management L3
• Stocks and Sauces L3
• Food Safety and Sanitation L3
• Food Presentation L3
• Agility
• Culinary Techniques L3

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Culinary Arts or any related field