Sous Chef

Description

**Additional Information** **Job Number**26209871 **Job Category**Food and Beverage & Culinary **Location**Le Royal Méridien Doha, Building No. 153 Street No. 347, Lusail, Qatar, Qatar **Schedule**Full Time **Located Remotely?**N **Position Type** Management **Job Summary** Responsible for the overall success of daily kitchen operations. Demonstrates culinary skills by personally performing tasks while leading staff and managing all food and beverage-related functions. Strives to continuously improve guest and employee satisfaction while maintaining operational budgets. Supervises all kitchen areas to ensure consistently high-quality products are delivered. Responsible for guiding and developing staff, including direct reports. Must ensure compliance with sanitation and food safety standards. **Candidate Profile** **Education and Experience Requirements** * High school diploma or GED; four years of experience in kitchens, food and beverage, or related professional fields. Or * Two-year degree in Culinary Arts, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related field from an accredited university; two years of experience in kitchens, food and beverage, or related professional fields. **Core Job Activities** **Ensure Culinary Standards and Responsibilities Are Met** * Manage kitchen shift operations and ensure adherence to all food and beverage policies, standards, and procedures. * Estimate daily food preparation requirements weekly and communicate them to kitchen staff daily. * Assist the Executive Chef with all kitchen operations and food preparation. * Prepare and cook various types of food regularly or for special guests or occasions. * Develop, design, or create new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions. * Assist in determining how dishes should be presented and conduct decorative food displays. * Maintain standards for food purchasing, receiving, and storage. * Ensure compliance with food handling and sanitation standards. * Perform all duties of kitchen management and staff as required. * Approve quality products, presentations, and flavors. * Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. * Follow appropriate handling methods and temperatures for all foods. * Operate and maintain all departmental equipment and report malfunctions. * Inspect quality of raw and cooked foods to ensure compliance with standards. **Lead Kitchen Operations** * Supervise and coordinate activities of prep cooks and kitchen staff. * Lead shifts while personally preparing food and fulfilling requests according to specified requirements. * Use interpersonal and communication skills to guide, influence, and motivate others; advocate sound financial/business decisions; demonstrate honesty/integrity; lead by example. * Encourage and build mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members. * Set a positive example by demonstrating appropriate behavior. * Maintain staff productivity levels. * Ensure staff understand expectations and contributing factors. * Establish and maintain open, collaborative relationships with staff and ensure staff do the same within the team. * Ensure hotel policies are applied fairly and consistently. * Communicate performance expectations based on each position’s job description. * Recognize successful performance and achievement of expected outcomes. **Ensure Exceptional Guest Service** * Deliver service that exceeds expectations to achieve guest satisfaction and retention. * Manage daily operations to ensure quality and standards are met and guest expectations are fulfilled every day. * Set a positive example for guest relations. * Empower staff to deliver exceptional guest service. * Interact with guests and obtain feedback on product quality and service levels. * Handle guest issues and complaints. **Maintain Culinary Goals** * Achieve and exceed goals, including performance targets, budgetary goals, and team objectives. * Establish specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and complete work. * Utilize labor management systems to effectively schedule business needs and track staff time and attendance. * Train staff on safety procedures. **Manage and Conduct Human Resources Activities** * Identify development needs of others and coach, mentor, or otherwise assist individuals in enhancing knowledge or skills. * Improve service quality through communication and assisting individuals in understanding guest needs, providing guidance, feedback, and personal coaching when necessary. * Participate in the employee performance evaluation process and provide feedback as needed. * Bring issues to the attention of the department manager and Human Resources as required. **Other Responsibilities** * Provide information to supervisors, colleagues, and subordinates via telephone, written form, email, or in person. * Analyze information and evaluate results to select the best solution and solve problems. * Attend and participate in all relevant meetings. *Marriott International is committed to being an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all individuals, providing employment opportunities regardless of background. We actively foster an inclusive environment that respects and celebrates the unique backgrounds of all employees. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of cultures, talents, and experiences across our workforce. We commit to zero discrimination on any legally protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or any other status protected under applicable law.* Le Méridien draws inspiration from the golden age of travel and embodies Europe’s classic pursuit of enjoying life to the fullest, interpreted through every culture. Our guests are curious, creative urban cultural enthusiasts who seek meaningful connections and savor local experiences at their own pace. Le Méridien offers memorable, distinctive services and experiences designed to inspire guests to enjoy life to the fullest. We welcome curious, creative, and hospitality-minded individuals to join our team. If you enjoy engaging with like-minded guests and aspire to create unexpected moments for them, we invite you to embark on your future career journey with Le Méridien. Joining Le Méridien means becoming part of Marriott International’s extraordinary portfolio of brands. Start **here**, realize your personal value, **pursue** your life goals, **join** an outstanding international team, and **express** your authentic self.