Sous Chef - Mina's Kitchen

About the role

We are looking for a dynamic Sous Chef to lead the kitchen team at Mina’s Kitchen, located in the Westin Dubai Marina. The role involves overseeing daily food preparation, ensuring high‑quality presentation, and supporting the culinary team in a fast‑paced hotel environment.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the activities of cooks and kitchen staff.
• Determine food presentation standards and create decorative displays.
• Monitor portion control, garnish, and overall food quality.
• Communicate menu specials and out‑of‑stock items to service staff.
• Prepare special meals or substitute items as required.
• Assist cooks with various tasks and provide necessary supplies.
• Track and manage kitchen inventory and stock levels.
• Maintain kitchen logs for food safety and product traceability.
• Support management in hiring, training, scheduling and performance evaluation.
• Adhere to all safety, security and company policies.

Required profile

• Technical or vocational culinary education.
• 4‑6 years of relevant culinary experience.
• Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend and lift objects up to 25 lb.
• Commitment to food safety standards and confidentiality.

Required skills

• Food preparation
• Culinary presentation
• Kitchen inventory management
• Food safety compliance