Sous chef

InterContinental Hotels Group; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company is looking for a Sous Chef to oversee all aspects of kitchen operations, including food purchasing, preparation, and staff training. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of menu creation, food quality standards, and guest relations. This role offers a competitive salary and a supportive work environment where diversity and inclusion are a priority. Join us to be part of a dynamic team dedicated to exceptional guest experiences.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Inclusive work environment

Growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or relevant role in kitchen management.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation, presentation, and quality standards.
• Ability to create menus and manage food costs.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily kitchen operations and staff performance.
• Oversee food purchasing and storage to ensure quality and freshness.
• Train kitchen staff continually to comply with standards.

Skills

Food quality control

Menu creation

Staff training

Guest relations

Cost management

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent experience

Job description

At InterContinental Hotels Group® we want our guests to feel special, cosmopolitan and In the Know which means we need you to:

• Be charming by being approachable, having confidence and showing respect.
• Stay in the moment by understanding and anticipating guests’ needs, being attentive and taking ownership of getting things done.
• Make it memorable by being knowledgeable, sharing stories and showing your style to create moments that make people feel special.

JOB OVERVIEW

Sous Chef is fully in-charge of all aspects of a single kitchen (e.g. Pastry Kitchen, Garden Manager, Outlet Kitchen or Oriental Kitchen). The duties and responsibilities include food purchasing, food storage, food preparation, presentation, food cost and food quality. Menu creation, menu rotation, promotional activity, labor cost, managing daily operation and kitchen staff performance, departmental training, kitchen hygiene and safety. Adapt to the “One Team and Service” attitude of the InterContinental Hotels Group and the brand nature.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

FINANCIAL RETURNS

• Work within month set food cost budget, adjust requisitions reduces waste and spoilage.
• Creates and implements menus, recipes, and costing and food quality standards.
• Controls all food requisitions and orders to ensure proper quantities and best quality is purchased.

PEOPLE

• Provides direction to the Chef de Partie and Demi Chef de Partie.
• Educate and train team members in compliance with company standards, service behaviors and country regulations.
• Continually train staff on a regular basis.

GUEST EXPERIENCE

• Communicates politely and display courtesy to guests and internal customers.
• Establish and maintain guest relation, deal effectively with guest and take appropriate action to resolve guest complaints.
• Ensure guest needs and reasonable requests are met.

RESPONSIBLE BUSINESS

• Ensure that equipment's, stores and working areas are in proper operational condition and cleaned on a regular bases.
• Maintain high quality of food up to the hotel standard.
• Ensure all set of standard for hygiene; sanitation and safety are followed all times.

WHAT WE OFFER

We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life.

We welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. We are an equal opportunity employer and offer opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

So, join us and you'll become part of our hotel family.

Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today and let's #GoFurtherTogether.