Sous Chef

Hilton; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 167,000 - 234,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incredible travel perks

Paid parental leave

Crisis concierge

Mental health resources

Job summary

Hilton is seeking a Sous Chef in Saudi Arabia to lead daily kitchen operations and deliver memorable hospitality experiences. You will supervise culinary teams, manage production lists, and maintain top standards across health and safety protocols.

You will also drive seasonal menus, specials, and promotions while fostering strong collaboration with Front of House and Back of House teams to ensure seamless service and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Experience leading culinary teams in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Proven ability to oversee production, service, and line checks.
• Track record of developing seasonal menus and specials.
• Strong collaboration with Front of House and Back of House teams.
• Knowledge of health, safety, sanitation and alcohol regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead culinary team operations: Hands-on leadership and coaching to kitchen staff.
• Oversee production and service: Manage daily kitchen operations, production lists, line checks, and expediting service periods.
• Enhance menu offerings: Develop seasonal menus, promotions, and daily specials.
• Promote cross-department collaboration: Work with Front of House to ensure seamless operations.
• Provide administrative support: Assist with inventory, ordering and scheduling.
• Uphold regulatory standards: Ensure health, safety, sanitation and alcohol regulation compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Kitchen operations

Menu development

Food safety

Teamwork

Job description

Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You

Picture yourself brightening someone’s day. When you join our Hotels team, that’s exactly what you’ll do every time you come to work! As a

Job Description

Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You

Picture yourself brightening someone’s day. When you join our Hotels team, that’s exactly what you’ll do every time you come to work! As a Sous Chef, you’re not just leading daily kitchen operations – you’re spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest.

Responsibilities

Here’s what you'll do during a typical day:

• Lead culinary team operations: Provide hands‑on leadership and in‑the‑moment coaching to kitchen staff, with either a focus on Outlets or Banquets
• Oversee production and service: Manage daily kitchen operations, including creating and monitoring production lists, completing line checks, and expediting service periods
• Enhance menu offerings: Develop and implement seasonal menus, promotional features, and daily specials
• Promote cross‑department collaboration: Foster strong, positive relationships between Front of House and Back of House teams to ensure seamless operations
• Provide administrative support: Assist with inventory management, ordering, and scheduling
• Uphold regulatory standards: Maintain compliance with health, safety, sanitation and alcohol awareness regulations, ensuring the highest standards of guest and team member wellbeing

Qualifications

What It Takes to Make the Stay

At Hilton, Our Core Values Define What It Takes To Succeed Here And Guide The Qualities We Look For In Every Team Member

A passion for spreading the light and warmth of Hospitality. Acting with Integrity and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through Leadership. A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes. A sense of Ownership and accountability. And a focus on the Now, bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact.

About Us

Join an Award‑Winning Workplace Culture

At Hilton, we don’t just deliver exceptional experiences for our guests—we build an exceptional workplace for the Team Members who make it all possible. As a global leader in hospitality, we’ve welcomed more than 3 billion guests worldwide, all while staying true to our founding vision: to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality.

Our award‑winning culture has earned us repeated recognition on the World’s Best Workplaces list by Great Place to Work and Fortune. With our suite of world‑class brands, and a company‑wide commitment to providing the best stay for every guest, we’re setting new standards for the future of travel.

Whether you’re starting your career or exploring something new, Hilton supports your journey every step of the way. Come for the job, stay for the career—and help us make every stay a little more magical.

Curious about life at Hilton? Explore our Careers Blog to see why we’re more than a great place to stay—we’re a great place to work.

Benefits

At Hilton, the hospitality we’re known for doesn’t end with our guests. We proudly invest in our Team Members’ wellbeing, supporting you through all of life’s moments. When you join Hilton, our exceptional care extends to you with unmatched perks and benefits, including*:

• Incredible travel perks – Enjoy 110 nights of deeply discounted travel, with room rates as low as $40 USD/night at our world‑class hotels through our Go Hilton travel program
• Paid parental leave – Because family matters. We offer paid leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents
• Crisis concierge – In times of loss, our Crisis Concierge offers a single, compassionate point of contact for both practical support and emotional care
• Mental health resources – Your wellbeing comes first. Through our Care for All hub, we provide resources to help our Team Members to care for themselves and their loved ones. In many countries, eligible Team Members receive free counseling and support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

• Benefits availability may vary depending on Team Member’s location as well as terms and conditions of employment and are subject to the terms and conditions of each specific program/plan.