Sous Chef

Miraval The Red Sea; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury wellness resort in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Sous Chef to lead kitchen operations and a diverse culinary team. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of culinary experience, with a focus on international cuisine, sustainable practices, and wellness-oriented menus. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with food safety standards and maintaining quality in food preparation and presentation. This is a dynamic role requiring leadership and innovation in a vibrant kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• 5 years culinary experience in luxury hotels or resorts, with 2 years in leadership.
• Strong background in international cuisine with wellness-oriented menus.
• Proven track record in fine dining and menu development.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day kitchen operations.
• Lead a multicultural team in a high-volume environment.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP and food safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Organization

Communication

Culinary innovation

Problem-solving

Education

Formal culinary education

Job description

Overview

Job Opening: Sous Chef
Location: Miraval The Red Sea
Start Date: November 1, 2025

We are currently hiring a dynamic and experienced Sous Chef to join our team at Miraval The Red Sea, a resort built on the pillars of mindfulness, wellness, and elevated hospitality.

What We’re Looking For:
A strong leader with a solid background in international cuisine, the ideal candidate will bring not only exceptional culinary skill but also the ability to lead a team, maintain HACCP standards, and efficiently handle all kitchen paperwork and operational tasks. You will work closely with the Chef de Cuisine, contributing to a shared goal of excellence and consistency in both food and service.

Responsibilities

• Support in day-to-day kitchen operations
• Lead and motivate a multicultural team in a high-volume environment
• Ensure compliance with HACCP, food safety, and hygiene regulations
• Manage kitchen documentation, inventory, and daily reports
• Maintain consistent quality in international cuisine preparation and presentation
• Foster a positive kitchen culture through effective communication and collaboration

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of 5 years culinary experience in luxury hotels, resorts, or wellness retreats, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Strong background in international cuisine, with emphasis on healthy, mindful, and wellness-oriented menus.
• Formal culinary education or equivalent professional training.
• Proven track record in fine dining, banquets, and à la carte operations.
• Experience in menu development, including plant-based, gluten-free, and dietary-specific offerings.
• Knowledge of food cost control, inventory management, and HACCP standards.
• Ability to train, mentor, and inspire a multicultural culinary team.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Creativity and passion for culinary innovation aligned with wellness philosophy.
• Strong ability to maintain consistency, quality, and presentation across all outlets.
• Calm under pressure with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to sustainability and use of local, seasonal ingredients where possible.
• Flexible, adaptable, and culturally aware.

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand, walk, and work in hot and fast-paced kitchen environments for extended periods.
• Capable of lifting and carrying items up to 20 kg.
• Manual dexterity for knife work and fine food preparation.

Work Environment

• Based at Miraval The Red Sea, a luxury wellness resort.
• Dynamic, multicultural team environment with a focus on wellness, mindfulness, and guest experience.
• Requires working weekends, holidays, and flexible hours based on operational needs.