Sous Chef - Kitchen Ops Leader, Quality & Cost Control

Apparel Group; Doha; On-site; QAR 78,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Apparel Group in Doha, Qatar, is seeking a Sous Chef - Kitchen Operations to assist the Executive Chef in managing daily kitchen operations, food quality, cost control and team performance.

This role oversees food preparation, purchasing, inventory, hygiene and staff development while ensuring dishes meet presentation, flavor and quality standards. The position requires strong leadership and adherence to health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with the Executive Chef to complete reports, schedules, standard recipes, menus, food presentation photographs and correspondence accurately and on time.
• Manage daily kitchen shifts in accordance with Food and Beverage policies, standards and procedures.
• Estimate weekly production requirements and communicate daily preparation needs to kitchen staff.
• Maintain restaurant operations within targeted food cost percentages while meeting guest expectations.
• Monitor food costs against management objectives and take appropriate operational action when required.
• Oversee purchasing activities and ensure supply chain processes meet company standards.
• Participate in and supervise monthly inventory activities with the Restaurant Manager.
• Maintain established purchasing, receiving and food storage standards.
• Ensure kitchen equipment is properly maintained and unnecessary breakage is minimized.
• Inspect raw and cooked food products to verify compliance with established quality standards.
• Ensure hygiene, sanitation and food safety procedures are followed throughout kitchen operations.
• Maintain appropriate food handling and storage practices.
• Ensure kitchen activities comply with applicable regulations, company policies and operational standards.
• Supervise and coordinate employees involved in food preparation.
• Lead kitchen shifts while actively participating in food preparation and service execution.
• Communicate responsibilities, priorities and performance expectations clearly.
• Encourage productivity, discipline and positive team morale.
• Build an environment based on trust, respect and collaboration.
• Maintain open communication across the kitchen and other operational teams.
• Demonstrate professionalism, integrity and effective leadership in daily operations.
• Support restaurant profitability through disciplined food cost management, purchasing controls, inventory accuracy and productive use of kitchen resources.
• Apply sound operational judgment when making decisions that affect efficiency and financial performance.

Job description

Apparel Group in Doha, Qatar, is seeking a Sous Chef - Kitchen Operations to assist the Executive Chef in managing daily kitchen operations, food quality, cost control and team performance.

This role oversees food preparation, purchasing, inventory, hygiene and staff development while ensuring dishes meet presentation, flavor and quality standards. The position requires strong leadership and adherence to health and safety regulations.