Sous Chef – Italian Cuisine

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Sous Chef to support the Chef de Cuisine/Executive Chef in daily kitchen operations, ensuring high food quality, presentation, hygiene and efficiency. The ideal candidate has strong Italian cuisine expertise and a passion for delivering authentic, premium dishes.

Key responsibilities

• Support the Chef de Cuisine/Executive Chef in managing daily kitchen operations and mise en place.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, consistency, presentation, and portion control.
• Lead, supervise and motivate the kitchen team during service.
• Monitor food safety, hygiene and HACCP compliance throughout preparation and storage.
• Assist with menu development, recipe creation and seasonal updates.
• Control stock levels, product quality and food costs while minimizing waste.

Required profile

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience as a Sous Chef or similar leadership role.
• Proven experience in high‑end restaurants or luxury hospitality concepts.
• Strong leadership and team‑management abilities.
• Excellent understanding of food safety, hygiene and kitchen procedures.
• Organised, hands‑on and able to thrive in a fast‑paced environment.

Required skills

• Italian cuisine
• Food quality
• Cooking techniques
• Food safety
• Kitchen operations
• HACCP