Job description

Role Description The Sous Chef role at Absolute Taste is a contract, on-site position based in Riyadh. The Sous Chef will support the Head Chef in planning and executing high-quality menus, ensuring consistency and presentation meet Absolute Taste standards. Daily responsibilities include supervising kitchen operations, coordinating food preparation and service, and maintaining food safety and hygiene practices. The role involves leading and training kitchen team members, managing stock and ordering ingredients, and assisting with menu development that reflects the company’s fresh and simple food philosophy. The Sous Chef will collaborate with front-of-house and event teams to deliver a seamless catering experience for clients and guests.

Skills

• Strong culinary skills, including preparation, cooking techniques, and plating for high-volume and premium catering environments.
• Experience supervising kitchen teams, delegating tasks, and supporting training and development of junior chefs.
• Sound knowledge of food safety, hygiene regulations, and kitchen health and safety practices.
• Ability to manage stock, ordering, and kitchen organization to meet operational and event timelines.
• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or senior Chef de Partie in hotels, restaurants, or event catering.
• Flexibility to work varied hours, including evenings, weekends, and event schedules.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with culinary and front-of-house teams.
• Relevant culinary qualification or formal chef training; experience in international or event catering is an advantage.
• Saudi Nationality only