Indonesian Sous Chef — Banquet Kitchen Leader

NOVOTEL; Medina; On-site; SAR 60,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Novotel Medina is seeking an experienced Kitchen Lead to oversee daily operations and manage the kitchen brigade in the Head Chef's absence. You will ensure consistent quality and timely service across all stations, while enforcing recipes and cost controls.

Maintain high hygiene and safety standards, coordinate with other departments, and mentor junior staff. Flexibility, reliability and a true passion for food are essential. This is a hands-on senior role in a busy hotel kitchen.

Qualifications

• NVQ in a kitchen qualification.
• HACCP and COSHH knowledge.
• Experience in busy kitchen operations.
• Understanding of Health & Safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations and lead the kitchen brigade when Head Chef is absent.
• Ensure food preparation aligns with standards and portion control.
• Maintain high hygiene and safety compliance across the kitchen.
• Coordinate with other hotel departments and report defects per procedures.

Skills

Flexible

Can-do attitude

Independent worker

Food hygiene

Punctual

Self-motivated

Rapport with Mgmt

Education

NVQ in a kitchen qualification

HACCP and COSHH

Job description

Novotel Medina is seeking an experienced Kitchen Lead to oversee daily operations and manage the kitchen brigade in the Head Chef's absence. You will ensure consistent quality and timely service across all stations, while enforcing recipes and cost controls.

Maintain high hygiene and safety standards, coordinate with other departments, and mentor junior staff. Flexibility, reliability and a true passion for food are essential. This is a hands-on senior role in a busy hotel kitchen.