Sous Chef – Mediterranean Restaurant

About the role

We are a well‑established restaurant seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join our culinary team. Our restaurant serves high‑quality, seasonal Mediterranean dishes in a fast‑paced, energetic environment. The successful candidate will assist the Head Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations, maintaining culinary standards, and contributing to menu development.

Key responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in managing kitchen operations, including food preparation, presentation, and plating.
• Supervise and mentor junior kitchen staff to ensure high standards and efficiency.
• Contribute to menu planning, development, and implementation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment.
• Monitor inventory, ordering, and storage of ingredients and supplies.
• Collaborate with the front‑of‑house team to ensure seamless service.

Required profile

• Minimum 2 years experience as a Sous Chef and at least 6 years overall hospitality chef experience.
• Culinary degree or equivalent experience.
• Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, food safety, and sanitation.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and adapt to changing situations.
• Creativity, passion, and commitment to delivering exceptional cuisine.