Creative Sous Chef - Luxury Resort Kitchens

AccorHotel; Umluj; On-site; SAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

SLS The Red Sea, a luxury resort on the Saudi Red Sea coast, seeks a hands-on Sous Chef to lead daily kitchen operations. You will guide the team, uphold high standards, and collaborate with the Chef de Cuisine to deliver distinctive cuisine that reflects the SLS brand.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years of culinary experience, including leadership roles in luxury environments, and a strong focus on creativity, quality, and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Culinary Arts or a related field.
• 7+ years of professional culinary experience, 3+ years in a supervisory/leadership role.
• Previous leadership in luxury hotel, resort, or upscale restaurant environments.
• Strong knowledge of modern cooking techniques, ingredients, and kitchen operations.
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop a culinary team in a fast-paced environment.
• Good knowledge of food cost control, inventory management, and waste management.
• Strong HACCP, food safety, and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Support the Chef de Cuisine in daily kitchen operations.
• Assist in executing creative menus aligned with outlet concept and standards.
• Lead and supervise the culinary team during prep and service.
• Ensure consistency in food preparation, taste, presentation, and portions across sections.
• Oversee mise en place and daily kitchen readiness.
• Train, coach, and support junior chefs and foster a performance-driven culture.
• Assist in team scheduling, performance feedback, and development.
• Monitor food costs, stock levels, and waste; manage stock rotation and storage.

Skills

Team leadership

Coaching

Culinary excellence

HACCP & food safety

Education

Culinary Arts degree or diploma

Job description

SLS The Red Sea, a luxury resort on the Saudi Red Sea coast, seeks a hands-on Sous Chef to lead daily kitchen operations. You will guide the team, uphold high standards, and collaborate with the Chef de Cuisine to deliver distinctive cuisine that reflects the SLS brand.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years of culinary experience, including leadership roles in luxury environments, and a strong focus on creativity, quality, and guest satisfaction.