Sous Chef in Western Bistro

Sous Chef – Kitchen Lead (Small, Busy Bistro)

Western Cuisine

Location: Dubai Marina
Employment Type: Full-time

We are looking for a confident and hands-on Sous Chef to manage and run the day-to-day kitchen operations in a small but busy bistro. This is a leadership role suited to someone who enjoys taking ownership, leading a tight-knit team, and delivering consistent, high-quality food in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and run daily kitchen operations
• Lead, manage, and support the kitchen team during service
• Ensure food quality, consistency, and presentation standards
• Plan prep, manage service flow, and maintain efficiency during busy periods
• Handle stock control, ordering, and supplier coordination
• Monitor food costs, minimise waste, and maintain gross profit targets
• Ensure all food safety, hygiene, and kitchen compliance standards are met
• Train and develop junior kitchen staff if required

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef serving Western Cuisine
• Experience running a section or full kitchen in a café, bistro, or casual dining concept
• Strong leadership and organisational skills
• Ability to work calmly under pressure in a high-volume environment
• Solid knowledge of food safety and kitchen operations

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED4,000.00 - AED5,000.00 per month