Sous Chef (Lebanese)📣 Job Ad

About the Role

Accor is seeking a Sous Chef (Lebanese) to join its team in Ţurayf, Northern Frontier, Saudi Arabia. This full-time position requires a culinary professional with 5-10 years of experience in kitchen operations. The role is based in Turaif and involves supporting the Executive Chef in managing daily kitchen activities to ensure consistent food quality and adherence to culinary standards.

Role Overview

The Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef in the daily management of kitchen operations. This includes ensuring the consistent production of high-quality food, maintaining hygiene and safety standards, and leading the kitchen team in the Executive Chef's absence. The position is responsible for supervising food preparation, controlling costs, and upholding the culinary standards of the property.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate daily kitchen operations, ensuring smooth service across all sections.
• Supervise, train, and motivate kitchen staff to maintain high standards of food preparation and presentation.
• Assist the Executive Chef in menu planning, recipe development, and costing.
• Ensure all dishes are prepared according to standard recipes, portion control, and plating guidelines.
• Monitor food quality, freshness, and presentation before service.
• Maintain strict compliance with food safety, hygiene (HACCP), and sanitation standards.
• Control food costs, minimize waste, and manage inventory of kitchen supplies and ingredients.
• Coordinate with suppliers and the purchasing department to ensure timely delivery of quality ingredients.
• Step in as Acting Chef in the absence of the Executive Chef, ensuring continuity of kitchen operations.
• Conduct regular staff briefings, on-the-job training, and performance evaluations.
• Ensure proper maintenance and cleanliness of kitchen equipment and work areas.
• Support the Executive Chef in achieving budgeted food cost and labor targets.
• Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety regulations.
• Handle guest and internal feedback related to food quality and resolve issues promptly.

Candidate Profile

• 5-10 years of experience in kitchen operations, preferably in a Sous Chef or similar leadership role.
• Demonstrated expertise in Lebanese cuisine.
• Proven ability to supervise, train, and motivate kitchen staff.
• Strong understanding and application of food safety, hygiene (HACCP), and sanitation standards.
• Experience in menu planning, recipe development, and cost control.

About Accor

Accor is a global hospitality group committed to responsible hospitality. The network comprises over 45 brands, 5,500 hotels, 10,000 restaurants, and lifestyle destinations worldwide. Accor focuses on creating positive and memorable impacts for its customers, colleagues, and the planet through every interaction.

Working at Accor

Accor offers a positive working environment and provides opportunities for development and advancement within its extensive network. The group values its team members and is committed to fostering growth and excellence.