Job description

Location: Business Bay, Dubai, UAE

SOL Coffee is looking for a passionate and experienced Sous Chef to join our growing team.

This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside our experienced Executive Chef and Head Chef, helping build a new café concept focused on quality, creativity, and exceptional guest experiences.

-Support the Head Chef in the daily operation of the hot kitchen.

-Work closely with the Executive Chef to maintain the highest standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation.

-Supervise and lead the kitchen team during daily operations.

-Prepare and cook high-quality dishes according to recipes and company standards.

-Ensure smooth kitchen operations during service.

-Assist in menu development, seasonal specials, and recipe improvements.

-Train, mentor, and support CDPs, Commis Chefs, and kitchen assistants.

-Monitor food preparation, stock levels, ordering, and inventory.

-Maintain food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards at all times.

-Minimize food waste and assist with food cost control.

-Take responsibility for kitchen operations in the absence of the Head Chef.

Skills

-Minimum 5 years of professional kitchen experience.

-At least 1–2 years of experience as a Sous Chef or Junior Sous Chef.

-Strong knowledge of hot kitchen operations.

-Experience in cafés, restaurants, or casual dining concepts.

-Excellent leadership and team management skills.

-Passion for quality, consistency, and continuous improvement.

-Strong organizational and communication skills.

-Good understanding of food costing, inventory management, and kitchen operations.

-Knowledge of HACCP and food safety standards.

-Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.