Junior Sous Chef - Lead the Line in Upscale Kitchen

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

Job summary

Career Nest Academy in Al Khobar seeks a driven Junior Sous Chef to support the Sous Chef and Head Chef in daily kitchen management. You will serve as a technical anchor and emerging leader, overseeing preparation and maintaining high standards across all stations.

English fluency is mandatory, with French or Arabic language skills considered advantageous. The role involves mentorship, running the line when needed, and upholding strict hygiene and safety protocols in a high-volume upscale

Qualifications

• 3 to 4 years of solid kitchen background, including at least 1 to 2 years as a Chef de Partie or Junior Sous Chef within a fine dining or upscale environment.
• Strong technical culinary skills paired with a keen eye for consistency, organization, and clear leadership potential.
• Disciplined, adaptable, and highly consistent. High-volume services do not shake your composure; you stay focused, set the right tone, and keep the team moving forward.
• English fluency is mandatory; additional languages such as French or Arabic are advantageous.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

3-4 years kitchen experience

Culinary technical skills

Leadership potential

English fluency

Job description

Career Nest Academy in Al Khobar seeks a driven Junior Sous Chef to support the Sous Chef and Head Chef in daily kitchen management. You will serve as a technical anchor and emerging leader, overseeing preparation and maintaining high standards across all stations.

English fluency is mandatory, with French or Arabic language skills considered advantageous. The role involves mentorship, running the line when needed, and upholding strict hygiene and safety protocols in a high-volume upscale