Emerging Sous Chef: Lead the Line in Upscale Kitchen

Career Nest Academy; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 81,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Career Nest Academy in Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to support the Sous Chef and Head Chef in daily kitchen operations. You will help maintain high standards of culinary execution and lead by example on the line during busy services.

The role requires 3–4 years of kitchen experience, including 1–2 years at Chef de Partie or Junior Sous Chef level in fine dining or upscale settings. English fluency is mandatory, with French or Arabic a plus.

Qualifications

• English fluency is mandatory.
• Strong technical culinary skills with focus on consistency and leadership potential.
• Disciplined, adaptable and highly consistent in high-volume environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee food preparation, cooking and plating to ensure precision, consistency and quality across sections during every service.
• Motivate, train and support the kitchen brigade, leading by example and stepping in to run the kitchen operations when necessary.
• Enforce food safety and hygiene protocols across all stations to maintain a compliant and spotless working environment.
• Manage inventory control, stock rotation and kitchen flow, adapting to shifting demands of busy services.

Skills

English fluency

Leadership potential

Discipline

High-volume service

Job description

Career Nest Academy in Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to support the Sous Chef and Head Chef in daily kitchen operations. You will help maintain high standards of culinary execution and lead by example on the line during busy services.

The role requires 3–4 years of kitchen experience, including 1–2 years at Chef de Partie or Junior Sous Chef level in fine dining or upscale settings. English fluency is mandatory, with French or Arabic a plus.