We are seeking a talented and experienced Executive Sous Chef to join our culinary team in Jeddah Saudi Arabia. As the secondincommand in our kitchen you will play a crucial role in overseeing daily operations menu development and team management while maintaining the highest standards of food quality and customer satisfaction.
- Assist the Executive Chef in managing all aspects of kitchen operations including menu planning food preparation and quality control
- Develop and implement new menu items considering local tastes and international culinary trends
- Oversee food cost control inventory management and budget adherence
- Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards (HACCP) throughout the kitchen
- Train mentor and supervise kitchen staff to maintain high performance and professional growth
- Collaborate with other departments to enhance overall guest experience and satisfaction
- Participate in menu engineering and food promotion planning to drive revenue and profitability
- Manage kitchen resources efficiently including equipment maintenance and staff scheduling
- Assist in vendor relations and sourcing highquality ingredients
- Step in for the Executive Chef as needed demonstrating strong leadership and decisionmaking skills
- Contribute to the development and implementation of standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the culinary department
Qualifications :
- Diploma from a reputable Hospitality Management or Culinary school; additional culinary certifications are a plus
- Minimum 5 years of experience in managing food production and culinary operations in upscale hotels or resorts
- Proven track record of menu development kitchen management and team leadership
- Extensive knowledge of various cuisines and culinary techniques
- Strong food cost control and budget management skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; knowledge of Arabic is highly desirable
- Proficiency in MS Office suite particularly Excel Word and PowerPoint
- Food safety and hygiene certifications (e.g. HACCP)
- Ability to work in a fastpaced highpressure environment
- Strong leadership interpersonal and problemsolving skills
- Demonstrated ability to manage and motivate a diverse culinary team
- Flexibility to work varying shifts including weekends and holidays
- Passion for culinary innovation and commitment to delivering exceptional dining experiences
Additional Information :
- Being a Raffles employee means embodying and conveying the brand and the company mindset through our Heartiest service culture.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime