Lux Sous Chef — Culinary Innovation & Leadership

Aman; Page (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Aman Global Complimentary Night

Access and discount on Food & Beverage

Aman Retail and Spa Treatment discount

Uniform provided

One meal per shift

401k plan after 1 year

Vision, Dental and Life Insurance

Medical plan 90% paid by Aman

Paid time off

Job summary

Amangiri, part of Aman, invites an experienced Sous Chef to lead and innovate in a luxury desert kitchen. Based in Canyon Point, USA, you will report to the Executive Sous Chef and drive culinary excellence, menu concepting, costing, and high-standard guest service.

The role demands at least 5 years in kitchen leadership within luxury settings, hands-on leadership, and flawless English communication. Join a team focused on precision, quality, and personalised hospitality.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a kitchen leadership role, ideally within a luxury environment.
• Extensive knowledge of kitchen procedures and culinary operations.
• Proven ability in recipe development, cost control and quality assurance.
• Hands-on approach to kitchen leadership and team collaboration.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-standard environment.
• Proficiency in written and verbal English communication.
• Must have the legal right to work in the United States.
• Commitment to health, safety and food hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Sous Chef and Executive Chef in all aspects of kitchen operations and guest service.
• Lead culinary research and development from concept to implementation.
• Create and refine innovative menus and recipes aligned with Amangiri’s culinary philosophy.
• Manage menu engineering, costing, and product specification development.
• Collaborate with the Supply Chain team to source high-quality ingredients.
• Ensure all food preparation areas meet Aman standards of cleanliness and sanitation.
• Mentor and support the culinary team in maintaining consistency and excellence.
• Monitor guest and team feedback and take action to ensure satisfaction.
• Maintain accurate documentation of recipes, menu items and portion sizes.
• Support training and development to ensure a skilled and motivated kitchen team.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Culinary operations

Recipe development

Cost control

Team collaboration

Job description

Amangiri, part of Aman, invites an experienced Sous Chef to lead and innovate in a luxury desert kitchen. Based in Canyon Point, USA, you will report to the Executive Sous Chef and drive culinary excellence, menu concepting, costing, and high-standard guest service.

The role demands at least 5 years in kitchen leadership within luxury settings, hands-on leadership, and flawless English communication. Join a team focused on precision, quality, and personalised hospitality.